Honda VT750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda VT750 car check
Is the Honda VT750 reliable? We analysed 23,020 real MOT tests across 1,983 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda VT750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda VT750.
Honda VT750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda VT750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda VT750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda VT750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda VT750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda VT750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda VT750 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Honda VT750 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Honda VT750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda VT750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda VT750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda VT750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 209 | 91.4% | 3,525 | 9,206 | 17,536 |
| 2011 | 670 | 90.1% | 5,601 | 10,548 | 16,073 |
| 2010 | 985 | 90.5% | 4,615 | 10,227 | 17,732 |
| 2009 | 1,010 | 90.9% | 5,021 | 9,254 | 17,702 |
| 2008 | 1,153 | 90.8% | 4,878 | 9,056 | 16,413 |
| 2007 | 1,411 | 88.6% | 5,446 | 10,557 | 17,695 |
| 2006 | 1,312 | 87.7% | 6,805 | 12,316 | 19,194 |
| 2005 | 1,768 | 88.2% | 6,406 | 12,378 | 23,900 |
| 2004 | 1,687 | 87.7% | 8,192 | 13,916 | 22,146 |
| 2003 | 2,247 | 87.5% | 6,417 | 12,230 | 20,934 |
| 2002 | 1,734 | 86.9% | 7,599 | 14,766 | 24,177 |
| 2001 | 1,876 | 86.1% | 9,102 | 14,411 | 24,024 |
| 2000 | 1,037 | 88.1% | 8,844 | 14,794 | 23,064 |
| 1999 | 1,780 | 87.7% | 9,955 | 17,092 | 26,221 |
| 1998 | 1,469 | 84.6% | 11,027 | 18,733 | 28,454 |
| 1997 | 1,965 | 86.0% | 10,298 | 16,171 | 26,222 |
| 1996 | 67 | 86.6% | 6,476 | 12,816 | 25,366 |
| 1993 | 50 | 84.0% | 30,192 | 36,330 | 43,046 |
| 1983 | 141 | 74.5% | 18,293 | 25,830 | 40,183 |
How Long Does a Honda VT750 Last?
Based on 1,983 Honda VT750 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda VT750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda VT750 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda VT750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
91.4% MOT pass rate from 209 tests
74.5% MOT pass rate from 141 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda VT750 is 2012, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 91.4% across 209 tests. The 1983 model year has the lowest pass rate at 74.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda VT750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda VT750 THIS CAR | 87.6% | 23,020 | 13,515 mi | 43 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 |
| Piaggio Porter | 68.2% | 18,238 | 34,633 mi | 25 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda VT750 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda VT750Should you buy a used Honda VT750?
The Honda VT750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 87.6% across 23,020 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 VT750 are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (221 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (122), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (86). 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 VT750 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 VT750 owner drives around 595 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 VT750 models stay on UK roads for around 43 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.