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E289 ETL

1988 Honda VFR750F

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2019
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

69,662 mi
Last recorded69,662 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2018
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F43,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE289 ETL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2018 69,662 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 69,364 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 69,364 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 69,320 miles

rear brake caliper mounting bushes worn

Fail 15 Sep 2007 69,299 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

rear brake caliper mounting bushes worn

Pass 13 Jul 2006 68,034 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2006 68,034 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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E289 ETL is a 1988 Honda VFR750F in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 E289 ETL, 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 E289 ETL registered?

E289 ETL is a 1988 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 April 1988.

Is E289 ETL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E289 ETL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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