Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2007 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 2007 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 2007 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.

Is the 2007 Honda Vt750 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 132 vehicles, the 2007 Honda Vt750 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 90.4%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2007 Honda Vt750?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2007 Honda Vt750 are: Exhaust noisy (72% of vehicles), Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (62.3% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (50.2% 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 2007 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 (2007)

132 real MOT outcomes analysed • 90.4% first-time pass rate

2007 Honda Vt750

CarHunch analysed 132 real MOT records for the 2007 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 2007 Honda VT750 posts a first-time pass rate of 90.4%, notably ahead of the UK average of 80%, suggesting these bikes are generally well-maintained and reliable. However, nearly one in five (19.7%) have experienced a dangerous defect at some point, which is a meaningful concern for prospective buyers to factor into their decision.

The median mileage of just under 10,000 miles is notably low for a 17-year-old bike, indicating many examples have been stored or ridden sparingly, which typically favours longevity. Owners encounter an average of 1.15 failures and 2.7 advisories per test, pointing to minor wear items rather than structural problems—but run a full pre-purchase inspection on any bike you're considering, paying particular attention to fuel system and electrical components where older VT750s tend to show their age.

We have limited data for the 2007 Honda Vt750 — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these cars 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

90.4%

UK average ~80%

Better than average

Dangerous (ever)

19.7%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.15

Over 10.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 5k–16k

For context

These stats describe 132 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.

What tends to go wrong

Based on 132 cars. % = share of cohort with at least one match (advisories + failures combined).

~1 in 3 Exhaust & emissions

Exhaust noisy (72%)

~1 in 3 Tyre wear

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (62.3%) · Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (50.2%) · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (14.6%) · …

💡 Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. A used-car inspection will confirm how much is left.

~1 in 3 Brake wear

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (25.5%) · Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (5%) · Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (4.2%)

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

8.4% Lighting

Headlamp aim too high (8.4%) · Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (7.1%) · Headlamp aim too low (6.3%) · …

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

5.4% Suspension & steering

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.4%)

💡 Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

4.2% Other issues

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (4.2%)

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007. Counts include advisories and failures.

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Before you buy a 2007 Honda Vt750

Based on MOT data from 132 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 19.7% 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 (99%)	131	90.5%	1.15

Mileage Distribution

Most 2007 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.

9,992

typical

5,277

low mileage

15,559

high mileage

Half of all 2007 Honda Vt750 vehicles fall between 5,277 and 15,559 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,277 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.

✓ 5,277–15,559 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2007 Honda Vt750s sit.

⚠ Over 21,004 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2007 Honda Vt750 — Still on the Road

Most 2007 Honda Vt750s are still being driven.

63 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 — 73% 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

10.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.15

Avg failures per vehicle

2.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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