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PGN 183Y

1983 Honda VT750

White Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

455 mi
Last recorded455 miles
Recorded on14 May 2014
Typical for 1983 Honda VT75025,830 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPGN 183Y
MakeHonda
ModelVT750
Year1983
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 May 2014 455 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 1 May 2013 1 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 1 May 2013 1 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 27,951 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 27,951 miles

Centre Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.6) DANGEROUS

Centre Rear Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a) DANGEROUS

Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 26,666 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2009 26,619 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 7 Jun 2007 26,549 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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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PGN 183Y is a 1983 Honda VT750 in White with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1983 Honda VT750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 25,830 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 PGN 183Y, 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 43 years old, this Honda VT750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PGN 183Y registered?

PGN 183Y is a 1983 Honda VT750, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is PGN 183Y safe to buy?

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