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A429 SGH

1983 Honda VF750S

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

70,551 mi
Last recorded70,551 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1983 Honda VF750S35,127 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA429 SGH
MakeHonda
ModelVF750S
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 70,551 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 70,549 miles

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust system to near brake master cylinder causing fluid to heat up

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 70,423 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2018 70,422 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2015 70,346 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Fail 5 Aug 2015 70,346 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 69,198 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 68,584 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2013 68,584 miles

Centre Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 67,198 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 67,195 miles

Centre Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Centre front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Offside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 67,174 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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A429 SGH is a 1983 Honda VF750S in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 A429 SGH, 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 A429 SGH registered?

A429 SGH is a 1983 Honda VF750S, first registered on 29 August 1983.

Is A429 SGH safe to buy?

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