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A397 UFW

1984 Honda VF750S

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2023
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

27,012 mi
Last recorded27,012 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2022
Typical for 1984 Honda VF750S28,686 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA397 UFW
MakeHonda
ModelVF750S
Year1984
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2022 27,012 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 26,297 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 26,027 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 26,027 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 20 May 2017 21,953 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front SLIGHT CRACK IN O/S/F INDICATOR LENSE

Fail 20 May 2017 21,953 miles

Central Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front SLIGHT CRACK IN O/S/F INDICATOR LENSE

Pass 20 May 2016 7,787 miles

rear tyre starting to perish on side walls

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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A397 UFW is a 1984 Honda VF750S in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1984 Honda VF750S models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.5% with a typical mileage of 28,686 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 A397 UFW, 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 42 years old, this Honda VF750S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A397 UFW registered?

A397 UFW is a 1984 Honda VF750S, first registered on 1 February 1984.

Is A397 UFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A397 UFW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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