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S549 LRP

1999 Honda VT750

Purple Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

22,391 mi
Last recorded22,391 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda VT75017,092 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS549 LRP
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 22,391 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 21,196 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also side walls showing signs of perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 23 May 2024 21,196 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also side walls showing signs of perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 26 May 2023 20,402 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 20,216 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 19,187 miles

Front tyre perishing on side wall

Fail 11 Mar 2021 19,187 miles

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

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front tyre perishing on side wall

clutch lever bolt hanging out

Pass 29 Feb 2020 17,175 miles

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

Front Tyre sidewall perished.

Pass 28 Feb 2019 14,360 miles

Front Tyre sidewall perished.

Pass 13 Mar 2018 14,153 miles

Front tyre sidewall perished.

Pass 8 Mar 2017 13,888 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 12,056 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 9,810 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 8,340 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 8,339 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,302 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 8,017 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 7,860 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 7,748 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 7,292 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 6,210 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 5,845 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 5,638 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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S549 LRP is a 1999 Honda VT750 in Purple with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1999 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 17,092 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 S549 LRP, 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 27 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 S549 LRP registered?

S549 LRP is a 1999 Honda VT750, first registered on 2 February 1999.

Is S549 LRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S549 LRP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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