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M42 VMK

1995 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

23,294 mi
Last recorded23,294 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1995 Honda CB75027,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM42 VMK
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1995
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 23,294 miles

exhaust noisy

rear frame cut short

throttle cable insecure

Pass 1 May 2013 23,259 miles

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

Rear tyre has cut but not exposing cords

Fail 1 May 2013 23,258 miles

Rear position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

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

Rear tyre has cut but not exposing cords

Pass 7 Mar 2012 61,241 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 61,214 miles

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2011 59,744 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 59,742 miles

Brake locking device insecure (3.2.A1e)

Brake master cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Nearside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Offside Front Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 58,114 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 53,538 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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M42 VMK is a 1995 Honda CB750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1995 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 27,281 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 CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M42 VMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 31 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M42 VMK registered?

M42 VMK is a 1995 Honda CB750, first registered on 19 April 1995.

Is M42 VMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for M42 VMK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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