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Honda VF750C

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 748 cc

L59 GDVMOT history

L59 GDV is a red petrol Honda VF750C first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2019 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 22,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2019
Mileage
22,549 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2025
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L59 GDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
VF750C
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
748 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2019
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

L59 GDV was last recorded at 22,549 miles on 11 Jun 2025, 341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
22,208 miles · 4 Apr 2018
Between the last two tests
341 miles
Average per year
397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 22,549 miles
  • 2018 – 22,208 miles
  • 2015 – 21,940 miles
  • 2010 – 19,191 miles
  • 2009 – 18,428 miles
  • 2008 – 17,540 miles
  • 2007 – 16,151 miles
  • 2005 – 14,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail22,549 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre Cracking, Unable To See Cords But Advise Replacing
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2010

Full MOT history

13 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail22,549 miles (+341)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,549 miles
    Test number
    735717812188
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre Cracking, Unable To See Cords But Advise Replacing
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass22,208 miles (+268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    22,208 miles
    Test number
    718640308997
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

  3. Pass21,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    21,940 miles
    Test number
    589256005134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass21,482 km (+460)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    21,482 km
    Test number
    565641603341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted
    • NoteRear brake drum slightly oval

  5. Pass21,022 km (+863)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    21,022 km
    Test number
    208417352257
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  6. Pass20,159 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,159 km
    Test number
    378274251151
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  7. Pass19,191 miles (+763)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    19,191 miles
    Test number
    644232730111
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  8. Pass18,428 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    18,428 miles
    Test number
    970735679038
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  9. Fail18,428 miles (+888)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,428 miles
    Test number
    984395479060
    • FailureFront Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  10. Pass17,540 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    17,540 miles
    Test number
    560411278095
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  11. Fail17,540 miles (+1,389)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,540 miles
    Test number
    914531778045
    • Repaired at testRear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  12. Pass16,151 miles (+1,401)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    16,151 miles
    Test number
    451354437066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass14,750 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    14,750 miles
    Test number
    153583895212
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Questions about L59 GDV

Does L59 GDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L59 GDV expired on 3 Apr 2019, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L59 GDV?
The MOT on L59 GDV expired on 3 Apr 2019. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L59 GDV done?
L59 GDV was recorded at 22,549 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2025, an average of 397 miles a year.
Has L59 GDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L59 GDV has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L59 GDV ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L59 GDV find?
L59 GDV failed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2025 with 2 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; rear tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords; front brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort, and 2 more.

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