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DF52 CUA

2003 Honda VT750

Orange Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

38,801 mi
Last recorded38,801 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VT75012,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 CUA
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year2003
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 38,801 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Rear Mudguard corroded around mounts

Pass 12 Nov 2024 37,814 miles

Rear Rear mudguard corroded around mounting points.

Pass 17 Nov 2023 35,818 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2023 35,818 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 34,512 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 33,401 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2020 32,155 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Nov 2020 32,155 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle sticking at full r/h lock (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 31,232 miles

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 30,250 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened SWINGARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2018 30,250 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking on r/h lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened SWINGARM (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 29,126 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 27,535 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 27,535 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 25,853 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive Cush drive rubbers worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 25 Nov 2015 25,853 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive Cush drive rubbers worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Nov 2014 24,224 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 21,040 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 18,765 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 16,144 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 14,531 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 11,498 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 11,026 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 9,330 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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DF52 CUA is a 2003 Honda VT750 in Orange with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2003 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 12,230 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 DF52 CUA, 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 23 years old, this Honda VT750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was DF52 CUA registered?

DF52 CUA is a 2003 Honda VT750, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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