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S980 UKL

1999 Honda VT750

Purple Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

40,021 mi
Last recorded40,021 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda VT75017,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS980 UKL
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 40,021 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 39,935 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 30 Jan 2024 39,935 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 39,552 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 39,302 miles

Heat shield slightly loose (rear exhaust header).

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 39,292 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Heat shield slightly loose (rear exhaust header).

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 38,238 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 37,712 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2018 37,712 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working rear switch (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 27 Jun 2017 35,857 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2017 35,857 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Jun 2016 33,285 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 28,224 miles

Nearside Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 20 Jun 2014 27,248 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 26,610 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 26,256 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 25,455 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 24,518 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 22,496 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 21,901 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,211 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 20,632 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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S980 UKL is a 1999 Honda VT750 in Purple with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 S980 UKL, 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 S980 UKL registered?

S980 UKL is a 1999 Honda VT750, first registered on 1 January 1999.

Is S980 UKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S980 UKL shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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