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P959 XWO

1997 Honda VT750

Yellow Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda VT75016,171 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP959 XWO
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026
Fail 30 Mar 2026

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated front brake pads worn (1.1.13 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2025

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

Pass 25 Mar 2024 46,505 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 46,352 miles

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 45,144 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest slightly loose (6.2.12 (a))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 44,788 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 44,712 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 44,465 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2017 44,322 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 43,771 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 43,571 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2015 43,571 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies both (1.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014
Pass 30 Aug 2013
Fail 20 Aug 2013

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 Aug 2012
Pass 28 Jun 2011 41,423 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 40,100 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 39,159 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 38,571 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007
Pass 25 Aug 2006 35,964 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 35,964 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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P959 XWO is a 1997 Honda VT750 in Yellow with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P959 XWO, 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 P959 XWO registered?

P959 XWO is a 1997 Honda VT750, first registered on 3 July 1997.

Is P959 XWO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P959 XWO shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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