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X997 DLG

2001 Honda VT750

Cream Petrol 745cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

17,261 mi
Last recorded17,261 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VT75014,411 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX997 DLG
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine745cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 17,261 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 17,077 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2023 17,006 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2022 16,822 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 16,612 miles

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 16,427 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Oct 2020 16,424 miles

Handlebar mounting insecure (2.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 16,058 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2017 15,631 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 15,563 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 15,271 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 15,018 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 14,714 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 14,573 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 14,573 miles

Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 14,217 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 13,996 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2009 13,966 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 26 Jul 2008 13,405 miles

No. plate light not working.

Pass 2 Jun 2007 13,179 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2006 12,454 miles
Pass 18 May 2005 10,332 miles

no plate light inop

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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X997 DLG is a 2001 Honda VT750 in Cream with a 745cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 14,411 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 X997 DLG, 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 25 years old, this Honda VT750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X997 DLG registered?

X997 DLG is a 2001 Honda VT750, first registered on 24 January 2001.

Is X997 DLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for X997 DLG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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