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DG53 VWH

2003 Honda VT750

Blue Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

34,447 mi
Last recorded34,447 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VT75012,230 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG53 VWH
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 34,447 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2026 34,423 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 Jun 2023 32,380 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2023 32,368 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fuel hose leaking near tap (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Rear tyre under inflated

Pass 28 Jun 2022 30,355 miles

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

Fail 17 Jun 2022 30,343 miles

Front Brake caliper leaking Caliper piston seal leaking? (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire Fuel tap hose leaking (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached Handlebar riser lower nuts loose (2.2.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 27,265 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 27,242 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 25,967 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 21,728 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2019 21,489 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 20,928 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2017 20,901 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2016 20,127 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2016 20,127 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fail 18 Apr 2015 19,387 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 19,387 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 17,481 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 17,481 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 16,920 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 14,218 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 10,047 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 10,013 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 7,316 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 5,587 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 5,120 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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DG53 VWH is a 2003 Honda VT750 in Blue with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DG53 VWH, 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 DG53 VWH registered?

DG53 VWH is a 2003 Honda VT750, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is DG53 VWH safe to buy?

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