Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2002 Honda Vt750?

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 2002 Honda Vt750?

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 2002 Honda Vt750?

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.

How many 2002 Honda Vt750 vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

22% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2002 Honda Vt750 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 127 vehicles, the 2002 Honda Vt750 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 88.1%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2002 Honda Vt750?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2002 Honda Vt750 are: Exhaust noisy (94.8% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (73.1% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (47.1% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2002 Honda Vt750?

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.

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Honda Vt750 (2002)

127 real MOT outcomes analysed • 88.1% first-time pass rate

2002 Honda Vt750

CarHunch analysed 127 real MOT records for the 2002 Honda Vt750. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2002 Honda VT750 passes its MOT first time in 88% of cases, which is a solid 8 percentage points above the UK average and suggests these bikes are generally well-maintained. However, just over one in five have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, so you'll want a thorough pre-purchase inspection focusing on brakes and chassis components.

At an average mileage of 17,497 for a 22-year-old bike, these VT750s have been ridden moderately hard, yet they average fewer than two failures per test, indicating the engine and gearbox hold up well with proper care. Expect around six minor advisories per MOT—typical wear items like cables and lights—so budget for routine maintenance when you buy and check the service history carefully.

We have limited data for the 2002 Honda Vt750 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 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

88.1%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

22.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.74

Over 12.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

13k

Middle half: 8k–24k

For context

These stats describe 127 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.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 127 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Exhaust & emissions 94.8%

Exhaust noisy

Tyre wear 73.1%

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 42.6%

Drive chain slightly loose · Headlamp masks/converters fitted · Headlamp aim too low

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 24.9%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort · Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 20%

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Drive chain excessively loose

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002.

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Before you buy a 2002 Honda Vt750

Based on MOT data from 127 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 22.1% 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2002 Honda Vt750 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.

13,176

typical

7,780

low mileage

24,057

high mileage

Half of all 2002 Honda Vt750 vehicles fall between 7,780 and 24,057 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 7,780 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.

✓ 7,780–24,057 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Honda Vt750s sit.

⚠ Over 32,476 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2002 Honda Vt750 — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 69% of 2002 Honda Vt750s are still active.

50 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 69% 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

12.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.74

Avg failures per vehicle

6.1

Avg advisories per vehicle

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