Honda VF750S Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda VF750S reliable? We analysed 819 real MOT tests across 160 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda VF750S is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars.. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda VF750S.
Honda VF750S Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda VF750S. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda VF750S MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda VF750S to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda VF750S Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda VF750S fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda VF750S Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda VF750S owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda VF750S MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda VF750S year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | 142 | 72.5% | 21,385 | 28,686 | 42,803 |
| 1983 | 335 | 81.8% | 24,740 | 35,127 | 43,655 |
| 1982 | 116 | 84.5% | 23,342 | 32,315 | 46,612 |
How Long Does a Honda VF750S Last?
Based on 160 Honda VF750S vehicles on UK roads.
Honda VF750S Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda VF750S 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 VF750S
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
84.5% MOT pass rate from 116 tests
72.5% MOT pass rate from 142 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda VF750S is 1982, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 84.5% across 116 tests. The 1984 model year has the lowest pass rate at 72.5% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda VF750S Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda VF750S THIS CAR | 80.7% | 819 | 32,317 mi | 44 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 |
| Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K4 | 86.9% | 739 | 13,351 mi | 22 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda VF750S sits in the middle of the pack on MOT reliability.
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The Honda VF750S has an overall MOT pass rate of 80.7% across 819 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 VF750S are shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (19 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (9), and handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (8). 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 VF750S owner drives around 326 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 VF750S models stay on UK roads for around 44 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.