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EGV 838Y

1983 Honda VT750

Red Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,999 mi
Last recorded19,999 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1983 Honda VT75025,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEGV 838Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 19,999 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 19,435 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 19,355 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Jun 2024 19,320 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Jul 2022 19,272 miles

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

Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 18,781 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 18,731 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 18,731 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2007 8,626 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 18,377 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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EGV 838Y is a 1983 Honda VT750 in Red with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1983 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 25,830 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 EGV 838Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda VT750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EGV 838Y registered?

EGV 838Y is a 1983 Honda VT750, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is EGV 838Y safe to buy?

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