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A278 RNS

1983 Honda VF750S

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2023
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,241 mi
Last recorded25,241 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2022
Typical for 1983 Honda VF750S35,127 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA278 RNS
MakeHonda
ModelVF750S
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2022 25,241 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 23,760 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2019 22,629 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 22,280 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 22,280 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2016 22,280 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.1a)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 22,279 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2014 22,279 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Dec 2006 22,271 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750S?

Based on 819 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
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A278 RNS is a 1983 Honda VF750S in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1983 Honda VF750S models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 35,127 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VF750S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A278 RNS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750S typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Honda VF750S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A278 RNS registered?

A278 RNS is a 1983 Honda VF750S, first registered on 1 August 1983.

Is A278 RNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A278 RNS shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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