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AU08 VBV

2008 Honda VT750

Black Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

18,239 mi
Last recorded18,239 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Honda VT7509,056 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 VBV
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 18,239 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 18,050 miles
Fail 31 May 2025 18,050 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2024 17,677 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2023 17,479 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 16,851 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 16,434 miles
Pass 4 May 2020 15,494 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 12,778 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 10,427 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2016 10,238 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 Jun 2015 10,052 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 29 May 2014 9,895 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 May 2013 9,702 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 9,351 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 8,628 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 8,603 miles

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda VT750?

Based on 23,020 MOT tests across 1,983 vehicles.

87.6%
Pass Rate
595
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
1,983
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 221
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 122
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 86
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 77
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 54
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AU08 VBV is a 2008 Honda VT750 in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2008 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.8% with a typical mileage of 9,056 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VT750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 221 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU08 VBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT750 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 18 years old, this Honda VT750 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AU08 VBV registered?

AU08 VBV is a 2008 Honda VT750, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is AU08 VBV safe to buy?

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