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DFR 494Y

1983 Honda VF750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2017
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,012 mi
Last recorded30,012 miles
Recorded on14 May 2016
Typical for 1983 Honda VF750F28,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFR 494Y
MakeHonda
ModelVF750F
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 May 2016 30,012 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 29,081 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 28,717 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 28,717 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 29 Aug 2009 28,379 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Fail 29 Aug 2009 28,379 miles

Rear Registration plate does not have black characters on a yellow background (6.3.2a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2006 27,743 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750F?

Based on 2,310 MOT tests across 404 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
404
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 76
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
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DFR 494Y is a 1983 Honda VF750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1983 Honda VF750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 28,282 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 VF750F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DFR 494Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Honda VF750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DFR 494Y registered?

DFR 494Y is a 1983 Honda VF750F, first registered on 19 April 1983.

Is DFR 494Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFR 494Y shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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