Honda Vt125c (2005)
2005 Honda Vt125c
CarHunch analysed 105 real MOT records for the 2005 Honda Vt125c. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2005 Honda VT125C posts an 80.4% first-time pass rate, right in line with the UK average, but nearly 28% of these bikes have recorded a dangerous defect at some point—well above the safety threshold and a genuine concern for any buyer. That high dangerous defect rate suggests specific mechanical or safety issues have plagued this model across its MOT history.
These machines sit at just 10,855 miles median mileage for their age, indicating they're typically well-preserved commuter bikes or occasional riders, yet they're averaging 2.24 failures and 6.6 advisories per test. Before purchasing one, insist on a pre-buy inspection focusing on the brake system and chassis components—the advisory frequency hints at wear that could escalate into costly repairs.
What to check before buying a 2005 Honda Vt125c
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 27.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Mileage Distribution
Most 2005 Honda Vt125c vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2005 Honda Vt125c vehicles fall between 5,629 and 16,687 miles.
2005 Honda Vt125c — Still on the Road
Numbers are declining — 24 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (45% of peak).
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2005 Honda Vt125c
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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61.8%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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31.8%
Drive chain slightly loose
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27.2%
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive
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24%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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22.3%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit
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21.6%
Drive chain excessively loose
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19.8%
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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18%
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2005. Counts include advisories and failures.
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