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P342 XGJ

1997 Honda VT1100

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

37,600 mi
Last recorded37,600 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VT110020,655 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP342 XGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 37,600 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 36,714 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 36,640 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Upper Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both shock bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Slight oil leak

Pass 16 Aug 2021 36,227 miles

Advise, exhaust heat shields insecure

Pass 11 Jul 2020 35,598 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Apr 2018 35,412 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 35,412 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 16 May 2017 35,367 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 35,179 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 34,458 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 34,423 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 31,078 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 31,078 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2012 27,266 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 47,746 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 44,203 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 43,940 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 43,497 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 43,497 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 25 Apr 2008 39,935 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 38,281 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 34,715 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VT1100?

Based on 2,360 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
wheel bearings are excessively rough 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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P342 XGJ is a 1997 Honda VT1100 in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda VT1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.9% with a typical mileage of 20,655 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 VT1100 fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P342 XGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VT1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P342 XGJ registered?

P342 XGJ is a 1997 Honda VT1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P342 XGJ safe to buy?

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