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N721 VEP

1996 Honda Magna

Black Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

44,466 mi
Last recorded44,466 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Magna24,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN721 VEP
MakeHonda
ModelMagna
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Fail 26 May 2026 44,466 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 44,443 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2025 44,443 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low Corrected (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 41,422 miles

Front tyre has cracks

Pass 7 Jul 2022 39,725 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has cracking on side wall

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 7 Jul 2022 39,725 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has cracking on side wall

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Feb 2021 32,629 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2020 26,210 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 19,067 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 17,763 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2017 17,655 miles

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

throttle action slightly stiff

Pass 8 Mar 2016 17,416 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 17,416 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 16,623 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 15,988 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 14,676 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 13,254 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 11,044 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 10,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 9,577 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 9,297 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 8,060 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2006 8,060 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda Magna?

Based on 2,394 MOT tests across 257 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
334
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
257
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 12
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N721 VEP is a 1996 Honda Magna in Black with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda Magna models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 24,726 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 Magna fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N721 VEP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Magna typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Magna is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N721 VEP registered?

N721 VEP is a 1996 Honda Magna, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N721 VEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N721 VEP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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