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N955 MWR

1996 Honda VF750C

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

55,105 mi
Last recorded55,105 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VF750C20,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN955 MWR
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 55,105 miles

Direction indicator slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Lower Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Aug 2023 54,921 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 54,200 miles

Front Tyre has slight cracking to sidewalls

Fail 9 Jul 2022 54,150 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Rear switch inop (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre has slight cracking to sidewalls

Pass 10 Jul 2021 52,590 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2021 52,590 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 50,046 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2018 50,046 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 48,980 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 47,788 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 45,757 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 2 Jul 2013 45,733 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Fail 5 Jul 2012 38,644 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 38,644 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 29,317 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 29,317 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2010 27,052 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 16,795 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 16,795 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 12,731 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2008 12,725 miles

Centre Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust has part of the system missing (7.1.1a)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Registration plate character(s) formed using multiple strokes (6.3.4e)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2007 12,010 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 10,260 miles

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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N955 MWR is a 1996 Honda VF750C in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N955 MWR, 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.

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N955 MWR is a 1996 Honda VF750C, first registered on 1 June 1996.

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