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B123 ORE

1985 Honda VF1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

40,112 mi
Last recorded40,112 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2014
Typical for 1985 Honda VF1000F33,051 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB123 ORE
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2014 40,112 miles

electrical wiring catching on forks

Pass 20 Sep 2013 37,933 miles

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

Fail 13 Sep 2013 37,925 miles

Front Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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

Pass 11 May 2012 35,017 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake slightly soft

Pass 11 May 2011 30,696 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 28,604 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 28,604 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Nearside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 28,387 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 27,278 miles

Centre Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000F?

Based on 1,732 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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B123 ORE is a 1985 Honda VF1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 33,051 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 VF1000F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B123 ORE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda VF1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B123 ORE?

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What year was B123 ORE registered?

B123 ORE is a 1985 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 14 January 1985.

Is B123 ORE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B123 ORE 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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