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C57 CTR

1986 Honda VFR750

Orange Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2021
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

15,715 mi
Last recorded15,715 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 1986 Honda VFR75046,081 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC57 CTR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1986
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2025 15,715 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2020 15,014 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2019 15,000 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2017 12,399 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2017 12,399 miles

Nearside Front Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride sprocket (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 10,910 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 10,377 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 9,309 miles

Front brake pads dragging slightly

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 2 May 2006 9,180 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 9,179 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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C57 CTR is a 1986 Honda VFR750 in Orange with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1986 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 46,081 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 VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C57 CTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C57 CTR registered?

C57 CTR is a 1986 Honda VFR750, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C57 CTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C57 CTR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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