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C403 NHJ

1986 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

2,993 mi
Last recorded2,993 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda VFR750F46,028 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC403 NHJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 2,993 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front brake lever travel long, but has reserve travel.

Fail 21 Aug 2025 2,993 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front brake lever travel long, but has reserve travel.

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 1,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 97 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 31 Jul 2023 31 miles

All direction indicators missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2021 49,997 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 49,679 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 48,535 miles

rear indicators loose

Fail 16 Nov 2015 48,535 miles

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

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

rear indicators loose

Pass 18 Mar 2014 46,797 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 46,797 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 46,098 miles

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

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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C403 NHJ is a 1986 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C403 NHJ, 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 C403 NHJ registered?

C403 NHJ is a 1986 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C403 NHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for C403 NHJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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