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R291 UCC

1997 Honda VT750

Beige Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,503 mi
Last recorded9,503 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda VT75016,171 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR291 UCC
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Nov 2016 9,503 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 8,614 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2013 8,614 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

chain dry /slack

Pass 27 Feb 2012 7,247 miles

slight squeel from rear brake

Pass 23 Feb 2011 5,823 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2011 5,823 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

rear brake squeeling

Pass 18 Feb 2010 5,065 miles

drive chain has some tight links

rear brake squeeking

Fail 10 Jan 2009

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 10 Jan 2009
Pass 6 Oct 2007 13,870 miles

Front brake has little reservce travel

Pass 10 Oct 2006 13,190 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2006 13,190 miles

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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R291 UCC is a 1997 Honda VT750 in Beige with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R291 UCC, 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 R291 UCC registered?

R291 UCC is a 1997 Honda VT750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R291 UCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R291 UCC shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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