Honda Vtx 1800C
MotorcycleFrom 255 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps and tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements. The top issue, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, caused 5 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 5 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 5 |
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 5 |
| reflector missing or reflecting white to the rear | 3 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 2 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 2 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 2 |
| rear registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps | 1 |
| brake control insecure | 1 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 1 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 18.5% of Vtx 1800C failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £62.
Typical mileage
Half of all Vtx 1800Cs tested had between 16,505 and 36,246 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,245 median miles, the Vtx 1800C has 0.051 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Honda models
| Honda Civic | 74.1% |
| Honda Jazz | 77.5% |
| Honda CR-V | 79.3% |
| Honda HR-V | 88.6% |
| Honda Accord | 69.6% |
Common questions
What is the Honda Vtx 1800C MOT pass rate?
The Honda Vtx 1800C has a 87.1% MOT pass rate based on 255 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Honda Vtx 1800C?
The most common MOT failure on the Honda Vtx 1800C is brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, which caused 5 failures. Other common issues include a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps.
What is the typical mileage of a Honda Vtx 1800C at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Honda Vtx 1800C is 25,245 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 16,505 and 36,246 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.