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E33 MBV

1988 Honda VFR750F-J

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,693 mi
Last recorded57,693 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F-J42,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE33 MBV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F-J
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 57,693 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2013 57,117 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 56,347 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2012 56,347 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 54,470 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2010 46,995 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 46,986 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake pedal cracked (3.1.2c)

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 43,403 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F-J?

Based on 487 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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E33 MBV is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1988 Honda VFR750F-J models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 42,150 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-J fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E33 MBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F-J typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda VFR750F-J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E33 MBV registered?

E33 MBV is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J, first registered on 15 April 1988.

Is E33 MBV safe to buy?

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