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R278 GPT

1998 Honda VT750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2023
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

33,674 mi
Last recorded33,674 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda VT75018,733 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR278 GPT
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2022 33,674 miles

Auxiliary lights taped off/permanently disconnected

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Lower Clutch cable damaged in the lower part

Fail 20 Jun 2022 33,647 miles

Front Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Front brake control does not switch on stop lamp (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Lower Clutch cable damaged in the lower part

Pass 27 Nov 2020 33,316 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2020 33,304 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 May 2019 31,818 miles

nut missing from exhaust

Pass 17 May 2018 29,938 miles

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

Rear Nail in tyre 2 x nails in rear tyre ()

Fail 17 May 2018 29,938 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly stiff & not self closing (6.2.1f)

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

Nearside Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Rear Nail in tyre 2 x nails in rear tyre ()

Pass 10 May 2017 2,934 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 29,341 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (1.6.B.1)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 18 May 2016 28,286 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2015 28,086 miles

Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp Both rear flash at the same time (1.5.1c)

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Indicator switch defective (1.5.4)

Exhaust bolt missing

Nail in rear tyre

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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R278 GPT is a 1998 Honda VT750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.6% with a typical mileage of 18,733 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 R278 GPT, 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 28 years old, this Honda VT750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R278 GPT registered?

R278 GPT is a 1998 Honda VT750, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R278 GPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R278 GPT shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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