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R301 JHJ

1997 Honda VT750

Beige Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

38,669 mi
Last recorded38,669 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2010
Typical for 1997 Honda VT75016,171 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 JHJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1997
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2010 38,669 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 38,669 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 33,363 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2009 33,363 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2008 26,855 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 21,096 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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R301 JHJ is a 1997 Honda VT750 in Beige with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R301 JHJ, 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 R301 JHJ registered?

R301 JHJ is a 1997 Honda VT750, first registered on 3 September 1997.

Is R301 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 JHJ shows 6 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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