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C494 YRF

1996 Honda VT750

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,222 mi
Last recorded17,222 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VT75012,816 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC494 YRF
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 Jun 2026 17,222 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2025 16,499 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2022 16,471 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2021 13,764 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 11,060 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 8,807 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 8,083 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 6,244 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 4,568 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 2,755 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 1,136 miles

this motorcycle was tested with the lamps masked up

Pass 10 Jul 2007 893 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 Jun 2006 439 miles

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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C494 YRF is a 1996 Honda VT750 in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 12,816 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 C494 YRF, 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 30 years old, this Honda VT750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C494 YRF?

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What year was C494 YRF registered?

C494 YRF is a 1996 Honda VT750, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is C494 YRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for C494 YRF shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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