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B288 OFP

1985 Honda VF1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

15,514 mi
Last recorded15,514 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda VF1000F33,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB288 OFP
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 15,514 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2021 15,345 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2021 15,345 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2020 15,345 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 14,477 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 14,439 miles

Front Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 14,278 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 3 Feb 2007 14,214 miles

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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B288 OFP is a 1985 Honda VF1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B288 OFP, 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.

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How do I check the history of B288 OFP?

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What year was B288 OFP registered?

B288 OFP is a 1985 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 18 June 1985.

Is B288 OFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for B288 OFP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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