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V40 HLY

1999 Honda VF750C

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

28,837 mi
Last recorded28,837 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda VF750C13,953 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV40 HLY
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 28,837 miles
Pass 3 May 2025 28,800 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 28,335 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 28,167 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 28,081 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 27,836 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 27,651 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 26,856 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 25,595 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 25,582 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 May 2016 23,762 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 22,349 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2014 20,867 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 19,238 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 18,277 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 17,090 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 15,322 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 13,953 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 13,014 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 11,185 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 9,657 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750C?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 428 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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V40 HLY is a 1999 Honda VF750C in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1999 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.5% with a typical mileage of 13,953 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VF750C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V40 HLY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750C typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 27 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V40 HLY?

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What year was V40 HLY registered?

V40 HLY is a 1999 Honda VF750C, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V40 HLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for V40 HLY shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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