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S218 UKJ

1998 Honda VT750

Purple Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

12,847 mi
Last recorded12,847 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VT75018,733 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS218 UKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 12,847 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2026 12,847 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 12,810 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 12,800 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 12,701 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 12,656 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 12,461 miles
Pass 7 May 2020 12,191 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 12,080 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2019 12,080 miles

Rear Tyre has a lump or bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 11,905 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 11,905 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2017 11,876 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 11,540 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 11,236 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 10,901 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2014 10,901 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 10,142 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 9,452 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 8,690 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 8,328 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 8,127 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 7,856 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 7,507 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 7,235 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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S218 UKJ is a 1998 Honda VT750 in Purple with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 S218 UKJ, 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 S218 UKJ registered?

S218 UKJ is a 1998 Honda VT750, first registered on 17 September 1998.

Is S218 UKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S218 UKJ shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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