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P785 RNE

1997 Honda VT750

Purple Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2025
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,552 mi
Last recorded36,552 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VT75016,171 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP785 RNE
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2024 36,552 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 36,524 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 36,521 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 36,518 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect kickup to offside (4.1.2 (c))

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2019 36,500 miles

Footrest slightly loose both (6.2.12 (a))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded both front and rear wheels (5.2.2 (d))

headlight kick up converter kit fitted

Fail 5 Dec 2019 36,500 miles

Footrest slightly loose both (6.2.12 (a))

Headlamp aim too low adjust (4.1.2 (a))

Wheel spoke slightly corroded both front and rear wheels (5.2.2 (d))

headlight kick up converter kit fitted

Pass 29 Mar 2017 35,896 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 35,355 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 34,687 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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P785 RNE is a 1997 Honda VT750 in Purple with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P785 RNE, 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 P785 RNE registered?

P785 RNE is a 1997 Honda VT750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P785 RNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P785 RNE shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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