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R270 XJV

1997 Honda VT750

Green Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

11,201 mi
Last recorded11,201 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VT75016,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR270 XJV
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 11,201 miles
Fail 15 May 2025 11,201 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Jan 2024 10,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard Missing

Fail 16 Jan 2024 10,736 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Mudguard Missing

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 10,144 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 10,144 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2017 10,051 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 9,075 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 7,905 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 6,526 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 5,113 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 3,835 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 3,499 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 3,121 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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R270 XJV is a 1997 Honda VT750 in Green with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 R270 XJV, 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 R270 XJV registered?

R270 XJV is a 1997 Honda VT750, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R270 XJV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R270 XJV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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