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P742 NKN

1997 Honda VT750

Beige Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2013
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

11,960 mi
Last recorded11,960 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VT75016,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP742 NKN
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2012 11,960 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 11,960 miles

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 11,960 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 11,960 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 11,960 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2008 11,960 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 11,960 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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P742 NKN is a 1997 Honda VT750 in Beige with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 P742 NKN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P742 NKN registered?

P742 NKN is a 1997 Honda VT750, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P742 NKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P742 NKN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P742 NKN have outstanding finance?

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