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N481 ESX

1996 Honda VF750C

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

39,117 mi
Last recorded39,117 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VF750C20,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN481 ESX
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 39,117 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 38,174 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 37,097 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 36,944 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 36,758 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2016 35,973 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2015 34,973 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 34,661 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 34,238 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 33,825 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2012 33,825 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 33,369 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 32,259 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 32,111 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 30,271 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 30,054 miles

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

Fail 10 May 2007 30,054 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2006 29,107 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

How Reliable is the Honda VF750C?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 428 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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N481 ESX is a 1996 Honda VF750C in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,546 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VF750C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N481 ESX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750C typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N481 ESX registered?

N481 ESX is a 1996 Honda VF750C, first registered on 18 April 1996.

Is N481 ESX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N481 ESX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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