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C257 GKL

1986 Honda VFR750F

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

69,206 mi
Last recorded69,206 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda VFR750F46,028 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC257 GKL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 69,206 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jun 2024 68,754 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 66,646 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly deteriorated.

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 23 May 2016 63,440 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 61,103 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 59,099 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front tyre tread worn out of shape.

l/h handle grip loose.

rear brake slightly binding.

Pass 29 Jun 2012 57,728 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 13 Jun 2011 55,976 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2010 52,497 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2009 50,598 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 50,585 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

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

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

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

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

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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C257 GKL is a 1986 Honda VFR750F in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 C257 GKL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C257 GKL registered?

C257 GKL is a 1986 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 22 April 1986.

Is C257 GKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for C257 GKL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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