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E228 HEF

1987 Honda VF1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

57,306 mi
Last recorded57,306 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VF1000F36,254 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE228 HEF
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 57,306 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 56,927 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 56,798 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2022 56,665 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2022 56,665 miles

Steering operation linkage fouling when handlebars turned from lock to lock (2.1.4 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 56,349 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2020 55,780 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Apr 2019 55,328 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2016 54,676 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 50,200 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 46,246 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 42,687 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 38,887 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 35,157 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 32,612 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 32,801 miles

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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E228 HEF is a 1987 Honda VF1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E228 HEF, 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 E228 HEF?

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What year was E228 HEF registered?

E228 HEF is a 1987 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 21 August 1987.

Is E228 HEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E228 HEF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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