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B3 GTJ

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,938 mi
Last recorded28,938 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 GTJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2025 28,938 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 28,617 miles

Central Front Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 27,833 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 27,170 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2021 25,981 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 24,843 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 24,254 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 22,937 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 22,937 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Letters too small (0.1 (d))

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail Seized links (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front fork dust seals split

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front wheel tubeless valve split

Pass 10 Aug 2017 22,338 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 21,644 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 21,644 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 20,059 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 19,062 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 18,115 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 16,826 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 15,417 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 15,002 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F?

Based on 69,140 MOT tests across 6,757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
6,757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 986
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 851
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 737
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 542
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 416
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B3 GTJ is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 40,746 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 GTJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VFR750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B3 GTJ registered?

B3 GTJ is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 22 August 1989.

Is B3 GTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 GTJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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