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Honda Vt 750 C-5 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults

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Is the Honda Vt 750 C-5 reliable? We analysed 1,823 real MOT tests across 141 vehicles to find out.

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Data last updated: · Based on 1,823 real MOT tests
MOT Pass Rate
88.0%
Typical Mileage
12,765mi
Annual Mileage
745mi/yr
Est. Lifespan
22yrs

The Honda Vt 750 C-5 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda Vt 750 C-5.

Honda Vt 750 C-5 Number Plates

Number plates registered to a Honda Vt 750 C-5. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.

Honda Vt 750 C-5 MOT Pass Rate by Year

How likely is a Honda Vt 750 C-5 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.

91.9%
2007
91%
2006
86.5%
2005
90.2%
2004

Honda Vt 750 C-5 Problems — What Goes Wrong?

The most common reasons a Honda Vt 750 C-5 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 13
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
reflector missing 6
position lamp(s) missing 6
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 5
Direction indicator not working 5
wheel bearings have excessive free play 5

Honda Vt 750 C-5 Common Faults & Problems

These are the most common serious faults found on Honda Vt 750 C-5 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 6

Honda Vt 750 C-5 Mileage — What's Normal?

How many miles does a typical Honda Vt 750 C-5 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.

Low usage
260 mi/yr
Typical
745 mi/yr
Average
1,427 mi/yr
Heavy usage
1,762 mi/yr

Honda Vt 750 C-5 MOT Data by Registration Year

Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda Vt 750 C-5 year you're looking at.

Year Tests Pass Rate Low Mi. Typical Mi. High Mi.
2007 86 91.9% 5,346 10,768 19,572
2006 278 91.0% 6,434 11,032 18,840
2005 1,156 86.5% 6,533 12,786 20,813
2004 234 90.2% 8,332 14,487 28,520

How Long Does a Honda Vt 750 C-5 Last?

Based on 141 Honda Vt 750 C-5 vehicles on UK roads.

Average
15.3 years
Median
17.0 years
Estimated max lifespan
22 years

Honda Vt 750 C-5 Mileage Distribution

Total mileage recorded across all Honda Vt 750 C-5 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.

Median
12,765 mi
75th Percentile
20,411 mi
95th Percentile
38,759 mi
Max Recorded
101,961 mi

Best Year to Buy a Used Honda Vt 750 C-5

Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.

Best year
2007

91.9% MOT pass rate from 86 tests

Year to avoid
2005

86.5% MOT pass rate from 1,156 tests

The best year to buy a used Honda Vt 750 C-5 is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.9% across 86 tests. The 2005 model year has the lowest pass rate at 86.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.

How Does the Honda Vt 750 C-5 Compare?

MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.

Model Pass Rate Tests Typical Mileage Lifespan
Honda Vt 750 C-5 THIS CAR 88.0% 1,823 12,765 mi 22 yrs
Honda Civic 73.7% 9,391,580 74,987 mi 34 yrs
Honda Jazz 81% 5,740,892 48,635 mi 24 yrs
Honda Cr-v 78.5% 4,177,643 80,499 mi 29 yrs
Harley-davidson Fxdf Fat Bob 1584 11 89.7% 1,447 10,707 mi 16 yrs

Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda Vt 750 C-5 outperforms both on MOT reliability.

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Should you buy a used Honda Vt 750 C-5?

The Honda Vt 750 C-5 has an overall MOT pass rate of 88.0% across 1,823 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.

The most common problems on the Honda Vt 750 C-5 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (13 recorded failures), brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (12), and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (11). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.

On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Honda Vt 750 C-5 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.

A typical Honda Vt 750 C-5 owner drives around 745 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.

In terms of longevity, most Honda Vt 750 C-5 models stay on UK roads for around 22 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.

Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.

Honda Vt 750 C-5 — Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Honda Vt 750 C-5 reliable?
Based on 1,823 MOT tests, the Honda Vt 750 C-5 has a 88.0% pass rate — above the UK average, suggesting good reliability.
What are the common problems on a Honda Vt 750 C-5?
The most common MOT failures are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, and stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies. Check these on any test drive.
How many miles does a Honda Vt 750 C-5 do per year?
The typical Honda Vt 750 C-5 does around 745 miles per year. Anything significantly above or below this is worth investigating.
How long does a Honda Vt 750 C-5 last?
Most Honda Vt 750 C-5 models stay on UK roads for around 22 years based on our analysis of 141 vehicles.
Should I get a vehicle check before buying a Honda Vt 750 C-5?
Yes. An MOT pass rate tells you about the model in general, but a vehicle history check reveals the specific car's finance, stolen, write-off and mileage history — things the seller may not disclose.
What is the best year to buy a Honda Vt 750 C-5?
Based on MOT pass rates, the best year to buy a used Honda Vt 750 C-5 is 2007 with a 91.9% pass rate across 86 tests.