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P278 MKO

1997 Honda VT750

Black Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,708 mi
Last recorded26,708 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VT75016,171 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP278 MKO
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2019 26,708 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 26,494 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 26,348 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 26,245 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 25,564 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2015 25,564 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 24,490 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 22,960 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 21,034 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 19,778 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 16,915 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 16,040 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 15,779 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 14,939 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 5,822 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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P278 MKO is a 1997 Honda VT750 in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 16,171 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 P278 MKO, 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 29 years old, this Honda VT750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P278 MKO registered?

P278 MKO is a 1997 Honda VT750, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P278 MKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P278 MKO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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