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E531 AKU

1988 Honda VFR750F-J

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

21,409 mi
Last recorded21,409 miles
Recorded on18 May 2009
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F-J42,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE531 AKU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F-J
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 May 2009 21,409 miles
Fail 13 May 2009 21,409 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 21,311 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 20,348 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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E531 AKU is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 E531 AKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E531 AKU registered?

E531 AKU is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J, first registered on 3 June 1988.

Is E531 AKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E531 AKU shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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