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W973 VLR

2000 Honda VT750

Blue Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

41,980 mi
Last recorded41,980 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VT75014,794 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW973 VLR
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 41,980 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Slight wear in cush drive area (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2025
Pass 2 Sep 2023
Pass 16 May 2019 37,618 miles
Fail 11 May 2019 37,538 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2018 32,217 miles

Coolant leak ()

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 May 2017 29,205 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 29,038 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 28,985 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 28,421 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 28,421 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 8 Mar 2012 28,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Mar 2012 28,213 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 27,754 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 25,275 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 24,965 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 19,455 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 19,455 miles

Front All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 May 2006 13,784 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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W973 VLR is a 2000 Honda VT750 in Blue with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2000 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 14,794 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 W973 VLR, 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 26 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 W973 VLR registered?

W973 VLR is a 2000 Honda VT750, first registered on 19 May 2000.

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