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E153 PFR

1988 Honda VFR750F

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

76,620 mi
Last recorded76,620 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F43,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE153 PFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2025 76,620 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 76,620 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Wheel spindle locking device ineffective (5.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 4 Mar 2014 73,466 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 68,219 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 65,950 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 56,972 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 48,943 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 4,562 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2008 45,058 miles

Rear Brake pedal is damaged and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 18 Dec 2007 41,168 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 36,717 miles

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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E153 PFR is a 1988 Honda VFR750F in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1988 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 43,755 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 E153 PFR, 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 38 years old, this Honda VFR750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E153 PFR registered?

E153 PFR is a 1988 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E153 PFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E153 PFR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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