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D212 APL

1987 Honda VF1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,135 mi
Last recorded18,135 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2013
Typical for 1987 Honda VF1000F36,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD212 APL
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2013 18,135 miles

rear tyre sidewall cracking

Pass 12 Jul 2011 17,758 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2011 17,758 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000F?

Based on 1,732 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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D212 APL is a 1987 Honda VF1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Honda VF1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 36,254 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 VF1000F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D212 APL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 39 years old, this Honda VF1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D212 APL?

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What year was D212 APL registered?

D212 APL is a 1987 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 18 March 1987.

Is D212 APL safe to buy?

The MOT history for D212 APL shows 3 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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