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P878 NOX

1997 Honda VT1100

Red Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,162 mi
Last recorded23,162 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VT110020,655 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP878 NOX
MakeHonda
ModelVT1100
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2024 23,162 miles

SLIGHT OIL LEAK ON ENGINE.

Fail 19 Jun 2024 23,153 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

SLIGHT OIL LEAK ON ENGINE.

Rear FINAL DRIVE LEAKING OIL.

Pass 25 May 2023 23,132 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 23,094 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 23,073 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 22,860 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 22,746 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 22,690 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 20,064 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 20,058 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 May 2013 18,949 miles

Front tyre has cracks in sidewalls

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 17,489 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 15,251 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 14,990 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 14,172 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 13,802 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 11,308 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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P878 NOX is a 1997 Honda VT1100 in Red with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P878 NOX, 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 P878 NOX registered?

P878 NOX is a 1997 Honda VT1100, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P878 NOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P878 NOX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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