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C147 VAB

1986 Honda VF1000F

Blue Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

35,199 mi
Last recorded35,199 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda VF1000F32,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC147 VAB
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 35,199 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 32,915 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 31,368 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 31,027 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 30,390 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 30,360 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 30,241 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2016 30,187 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 29,934 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 29,860 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 29,769 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 29,713 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 29,634 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 29,547 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 29,547 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 29,360 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 29,073 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 28,659 miles

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 8 Apr 2006 28,124 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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C147 VAB is a 1986 Honda VF1000F in Blue with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.3% with a typical mileage of 32,450 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 C147 VAB, 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 40 years old, this Honda VF1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C147 VAB registered?

C147 VAB is a 1986 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 31 July 1986.

Is C147 VAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C147 VAB shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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