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DS53 TEV

2004 Honda VT750

Maroon Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

14,673 mi
Last recorded14,673 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda VT75013,916 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS53 TEV
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year2004
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 14,673 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 14,264 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 13,670 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 13,670 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 12,914 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 12,026 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 11,810 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 11,132 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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DS53 TEV is a 2004 Honda VT750 in Maroon with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 13,916 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 DS53 TEV, 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 22 years old, this Honda VT750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS53 TEV registered?

DS53 TEV is a 2004 Honda VT750, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is DS53 TEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS53 TEV shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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