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N751 SMV

1996 Honda VT1100

Black Petrol 1099cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,055 mi
Last recorded11,055 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VT110031,308 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN751 SMV
MakeHonda
ModelVT1100
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,099cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 11,055 miles
Fail 6 May 2026 11,055 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 10,962 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 10,941 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 10,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Oct 2022 10,857 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 10,485 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 10,311 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 7,670 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 7,655 miles

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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N751 SMV is a 1996 Honda VT1100 in Black with a 1,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N751 SMV, 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

How do I check the history of N751 SMV?

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What year was N751 SMV registered?

N751 SMV is a 1996 Honda VT1100, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N751 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N751 SMV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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