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E541 FGW

1988 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2021
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

6,668 mi
Last recorded6,668 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F43,755 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE541 FGW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 6,668 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 98,184 miles

Brake binding but not excessively new pads fitted, slight bind on front wheel (1.2.1 (f))

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both front fork seals weeping slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Steering operation insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2016 96,622 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 90,841 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 86,102 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 805,088 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 75,037 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 72,845 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 69,700 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 69,684 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Gear lever is loose.

Pass 3 Apr 2009 66,660 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Mar 2008 64,123 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 62,426 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
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E541 FGW is a 1988 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 E541 FGW, 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 E541 FGW registered?

E541 FGW is a 1988 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 29 March 1988.

Is E541 FGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for E541 FGW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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