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C178 GVU

1996 Honda Vfr 750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

76,709 mi
Last recorded76,709 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda Vfr 75039,304 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC178 GVU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2019 76,709 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 8 Nov 2019 76,664 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Unable to test front wheel bearings due to front brake binding.

Pass 3 Oct 2018 76,423 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 76,423 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2015 73,319 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 73,255 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 73,084 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 4 Jun 2014 73,067 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 750?

Based on 2,159 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
679
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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C178 GVU is a 1996 Honda Vfr 750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Honda Vfr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.9% with a typical mileage of 39,304 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 Vfr 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C178 GVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Vfr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C178 GVU registered?

C178 GVU is a 1996 Honda Vfr 750, first registered on 15 October 1996.

Is C178 GVU safe to buy?

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