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N235 PVL

1996 Honda VT1100

Red Petrol 1098cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2025
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,126 mi
Last recorded48,126 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda VT110031,308 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN235 PVL
MakeHonda
ModelVT1100
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,098cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2024 48,126 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 46,626 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 46,626 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 45,485 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 44,744 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 44,669 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 43,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda VT1100?

Based on 2,360 MOT tests across 234 vehicles.

84.3%
Pass Rate
598
Miles/Year
41
Year Lifespan
234
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 14
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 13
reflector on motorcycle missing 11
wheel bearings are excessively rough 9
wheel bearings have excessive free play 9
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N235 PVL is a 1996 Honda VT1100 in Red with a 1,098cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Honda VT1100 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 31,308 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VT1100 fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N235 PVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VT1100 typically stays on UK roads for around 41 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VT1100 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N235 PVL registered?

N235 PVL is a 1996 Honda VT1100, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N235 PVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N235 PVL shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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