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E500 LBJ

1988 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

65,199 mi
Last recorded65,199 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F43,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE500 LBJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 65,199 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 64,939 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 64,490 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 64,189 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2020 63,528 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 61,578 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 61,528 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HID (4.1.4 (c))

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 May 2018 60,750 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2016 58,486 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Aug 2016 58,486 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2015 57,401 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Jul 2015 57,383 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Jun 2014 57,249 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 57,249 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 May 2013 55,839 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 55,661 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 55,404 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 9 Jul 2011 55,388 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2010 54,970 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 54,388 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 53,162 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 51,990 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2006 50,837 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
Full Honda VFR750F reliability report

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E500 LBJ is a 1988 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 E500 LBJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E500 LBJ registered?

E500 LBJ is a 1988 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 April 1988.

Is E500 LBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E500 LBJ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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