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C168 VBY

1986 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2018
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

47,301 mi
Last recorded47,301 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2017
Typical for 1986 Honda VFR750F46,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC168 VBY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2017 47,301 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 26 May 2015 46,575 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

indicator flash rate a little fast

Pass 11 Jul 2012 46,434 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 20 May 2011 46,432 miles

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 20 May 2011 46,432 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 46,072 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 24 Oct 2009 46,072 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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C168 VBY is a 1986 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 46,028 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 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 C168 VBY, 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 40 years old, this Honda VFR750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C168 VBY registered?

C168 VBY is a 1986 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 13 March 1986.

Is C168 VBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for C168 VBY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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