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P551 PVW

1997 Honda CB750

Cream Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,400 mi
Last recorded7,400 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda CB75025,410 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP551 PVW
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1997
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 7,400 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 7,363 miles

Bike is modified

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Sep 2020 7,345 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Bike is modified

Fork yoke deformed but serviceable (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 6,298 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 29 Aug 2019 6,298 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 19 Dec 2017 48,116 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 46,852 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

no front or rear mudguards fitted at time of test.

number plate close to rear tyre when rear suspension is compressed

Fail 15 Dec 2016 46,852 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

no front or rear mudguards fitted at time of test.

number plate close to rear tyre when rear suspension is compressed

Pass 21 Mar 2015 43,678 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 36,630 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 26,999 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 22,629 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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P551 PVW is a 1997 Honda CB750 in Cream with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 25,410 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 P551 PVW, 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 29 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P551 PVW registered?

P551 PVW is a 1997 Honda CB750, first registered on 3 May 1997.

Is P551 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P551 PVW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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