1989 Honda Vt1100 MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for Vt1100 models manufactured in 1989, based on 61 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
1989 Honda Vt1100 MOT Analysis
The 1989 Honda Vt1100 has an MOT pass rate of 88.5% based on 61 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 30,461 miles on the odometer. With a 11.5% failure rate, the 1989 Vt1100 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1989 Honda Vt1100 is Motorcycle fuel and exhaust, responsible for 1.6% of failures. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs range from £100–400. Motorcycle reg plates and vin is the second most common issue at 1.6%.
Top failures specific to 1989 models only. The overall Vt1100 page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Motorcycle Fuel And Exhaust | 1.6% | 1 |
| 2 | Motorcycle Reg Plates And Vin | 1.6% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 30,461 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcycle fuel and exhaust | 0.54 | 1.6% | 1 |
| Motorcycle reg plates and vin | 0.54 | 1.6% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1989 Honda Vt1100 has an MOT pass rate of 88.5% based on 61 tests — well above the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 30,461 miles on the odometer. With a 11.5% failure rate, the 1989 Vt1100 is rated as "Excellent" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1989 Honda Vt1100, you can expect reliable MOT performance overall. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to motorcycle fuel and exhaust: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights. With relatively low average mileage of 30,461 miles, many of these vehicles are still in good mechanical condition.
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust — 1.6% of failures
Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 1989 Honda Vt1100 models. Motorcycle fuel and exhaust issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Motorcycle reg plates and vin — 1.6% of failures
Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 1989 Honda Vt1100 models. Motorcycle reg plates and vin issues are a common cause of MOT failure. Regular inspection and maintenance of these components helps ensure your vehicle passes its MOT. Typical repair costs: £100–400. Pre-MOT check: Have this system checked during regular servicing. Look for warning signs like unusual noises, vibrations, or dashboard warning lights.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.