2005 Honda VTX 1800C 1.8L Petrol · FN05 EJG

The 2005 Honda VTX 1800C presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 20 November 2025 at 22,298 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken run of clean results across the available history. Recorded mileage sits at 22,298 miles against 21 years of age, an average of roughly 1,062 miles per year. The DVSA entries show gentle, consistent accumulation: 17,617 miles in December 2022, 19,538 by December 2023, 21,385 in November 2024, and 22,298 in November 2025. A failed test on 7 December 2023 at 19,538 miles carries no listed defects, with the same-day pass indicating an administrative or retest correction rather than a mechanical fault. The sparse, clean record points to light use and minimal wear on consumables. Low annual mileage and long standing periods raise specific risks the buyer should verify in person. Inspect suspension bushes, fork seals, and coil springs for perishing from inactivity. Check brake calipers for binding and discs for corrosion after storage. Examine the frame and exhaust for structural rust given the machine's age. Confirm tyre condition and date codes, as aged rubber degrades regardless of tread depth. The history shows no advisories, but a physical inspection remains essential on a 21-year-old low-use motorcycle.