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C470 GAT

1986 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

60,237 mi
Last recorded60,237 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Honda VFR750F46,028 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC470 GAT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 60,237 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 59,983 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 59,611 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 58,827 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2022 57,631 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 56,765 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 55,307 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 54,979 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 54,526 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 54,108 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 53,491 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 52,599 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 52,208 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 51,491 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 50,696 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 49,845 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 49,118 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 47,510 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 46,867 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 46,826 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1b)

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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C470 GAT is a 1986 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 C470 GAT, 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

How do I check the history of C470 GAT?

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What year was C470 GAT registered?

C470 GAT is a 1986 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 16 April 1986.

Is C470 GAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C470 GAT shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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