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C208 URP

1985 Honda VF1000R

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,202 mi
Last recorded22,202 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda VF1000R21,167 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC208 URP
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000R
Year1985
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 22,202 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))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 21,375 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 13,171 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2017 21,167 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2017 21,167 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

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
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C208 URP is a 1985 Honda VF1000R in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 21,167 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 C208 URP, 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 41 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 C208 URP?

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What year was C208 URP registered?

C208 URP is a 1985 Honda VF1000R, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is C208 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for C208 URP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does C208 URP have outstanding finance?

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