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R509 VEG

1998 Honda CB750

Black Petrol 747cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

34,255 mi
Last recorded34,255 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda CB75024,959 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR509 VEG
MakeHonda
ModelCB750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine747cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2025 34,255 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 33,982 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2023 33,710 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2023 33,708 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 33,287 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 32,221 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 31,629 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 30,385 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 29,140 miles

aftermarket exhaust fitted

Pass 16 May 2015 28,260 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 27,219 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 26,192 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 25,294 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 9 Apr 2011 23,905 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 23,905 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 21,108 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 19,898 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 17,217 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 17,217 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 17,151 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 17,068 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CB750?

Based on 29,946 MOT tests across 4,575 vehicles.

84.5%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
4,575
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 335
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 322
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 274
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 231
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 170
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R509 VEG is a 1998 Honda CB750 in Black with a 747cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda CB750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.3% with a typical mileage of 24,959 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CB750 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R509 VEG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CB750 typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 28 years old, this Honda CB750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R509 VEG?

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What year was R509 VEG registered?

R509 VEG is a 1998 Honda CB750, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R509 VEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R509 VEG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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