CarVerify

Free Car Check

B489 WVG

1984 Honda VF1000R

Multi-colour Petrol 998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

35,451 mi
Last recorded35,451 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2010
Typical for 1984 Honda VF1000R27,323 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationB489 WVG
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000R
Year1984
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
View full Honda VF1000R reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2010 35,451 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2010 35,451 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000R?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
191
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 5
Full Honda VF1000R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

B489 WVG is a 1984 Honda VF1000R in Multi-colour with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1984 Honda VF1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 27,323 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 VF1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B489 WVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Honda VF1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of B489 WVG?

You can check the full history of B489 WVG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was B489 WVG registered?

B489 WVG is a 1984 Honda VF1000R, first registered on 31 December 1984.

Is B489 WVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B489 WVG shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does B489 WVG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on B489 WVG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.