Honda VF750F Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda VF750F car check
Is the Honda VF750F reliable? We analysed 2,310 real MOT tests across 404 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda VF750F is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, roller brake test indicates a binding brake and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda VF750F.
Honda VF750F Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda VF750F. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda VF750F MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda VF750F to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda VF750F Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda VF750F fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda VF750F Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda VF750F owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda VF750F MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda VF750F year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | 170 | 81.8% | 23,241 | 36,706 | 47,780 |
| 1996 | 86 | 88.4% | 20,428 | 46,622 | 58,638 |
| 1995 | 192 | 79.2% | 28,511 | 39,993 | 48,860 |
| 1994 | 141 | 85.1% | 19,638 | 23,688 | 38,868 |
| 1992 | 173 | 75.7% | 30,112 | 46,585 | 62,979 |
| 1991 | 57 | 70.2% | 37,246 | 45,726 | 54,701 |
| 1987 | 65 | 80.0% | 31,072 | 46,187 | 85,686 |
| 1986 | 162 | 77.8% | 19,968 | 31,206 | 53,641 |
| 1985 | 87 | 88.5% | 21,867 | 34,068 | 41,339 |
| 1984 | 303 | 80.9% | 15,813 | 27,153 | 37,458 |
| 1983 | 558 | 79.0% | 21,086 | 28,282 | 35,746 |
How Long Does a Honda VF750F Last?
Based on 404 Honda VF750F vehicles on UK roads.
Honda VF750F Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda VF750F MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda VF750F
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
88.5% MOT pass rate from 87 tests
70.2% MOT pass rate from 57 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda VF750F is 1985, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 88.5% across 87 tests. The 1991 model year has the lowest pass rate at 70.2% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda VF750F Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda VF750F THIS CAR | 79.4% | 2,310 | 32,126 mi | 43 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Jaguar E-pace Rdynam Hse D MHEV AWD A | 93% | 724 | 27,003 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda VF750F sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda VF750FShould you buy a used Honda VF750F?
The Honda VF750F has an overall MOT pass rate of 79.4% across 2,310 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda VF750F are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (76 recorded failures), roller brake test indicates a binding brake (46), and tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (30). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Honda VF750F owner drives around 456 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda VF750F models stay on UK roads for around 43 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.