Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 190 vehicles, the 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 89.2%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

CarHunch

Get Started

Honda Nt 700 Va 8 (2009)

190 real MOT outcomes analysed • 89.2% first-time pass rate

2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8

CarHunch analysed 190 real MOT records for the 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
Which year to buy? →

On this page

AI Analysis Reliability Overview Check a Specific Reg Buyer's Checklist Pass Rate by Fuel Mileage Distribution Still on the Road MOT Averages Compare Models

The 2009 Honda NT 700 VA-8 passes its first MOT 3.5 percentage points below the UK average at 76.5%, which is a modest reliability weakness rather than a serious concern—though nearly one in five have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which warrants a thorough pre-purchase inspection. These bikes are running relatively low mileage for their age (median 22,726 miles), yet still averaging 1.09 failures and 4.4 advisories per test, suggesting age-related wear is catching up despite gentle use. The high advisory count points to typical ageing issues like corrosion, chain wear, and light deterioration rather than catastrophic faults. Before buying, ask the seller for full MOT history and have an independent mechanic specifically check the brake system and suspension, as these consistently feature in the advisory records.

We have limited data for the 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

89.2%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

18.4%

At least once in MOT history

Check this vehicle

Avg failures / car

1.09

Over 9.2 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

23k

Middle half: 15k–35k

For context

These stats describe 190 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

Average reliability — agree?

See this vehicle's full MOT history & AI hunches

Spot recurring advisories, hidden issues, and how it compares to 190 Honda Nt 700 Va 8 cars.

Before you buy a 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8

Based on MOT data from 190 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 18.4% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (94%)	179	89%	1.14

Mileage Distribution

Most 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

22,726

typical

14,656

low mileage

34,608

high mileage

Half of all 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8 vehicles fall between 14,656 and 34,608 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 14,656 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 14,656–34,608 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8s sit.

⚠ Over 46,720 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 56% of 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8s are still active.

72 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 56% of the peak remain.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

9.2

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.09

Avg failures per vehicle

4.4

Avg advisories per vehicle

Other model years — Honda Nt 700 Va 8: All Nt 700 Va 8 years → Which year to buy? →

2008

Or browse all models: Honda →

Compare with another model

See how the 2009 Honda Nt 700 Va 8 stacks up against a rival.

Average reliability — agree?