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S199 BFA

1998 Honda VT750

Black Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2013
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

11,137 mi
Last recorded11,137 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda VT75018,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS199 BFA
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2012 11,137 miles

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Fail 31 Mar 2012 11,137 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

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

Rear Wheel corroded but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 8,878 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 6,990 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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S199 BFA is a 1998 Honda VT750 in Black with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S199 BFA, 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 S199 BFA registered?

S199 BFA is a 1998 Honda VT750, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is S199 BFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S199 BFA shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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