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E899 NUW

1988 Honda VFR750F

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

97,193 mi
Last recorded97,193 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F43,755 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE899 NUW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 97,193 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 88,265 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2021 87,437 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Mar 2021 87,437 miles

Brake component insecure master cylinder (1.1.21 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 86,388 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 83,631 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 May 2013 81,864 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 79,337 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 May 2011 77,105 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 May 2010 74,832 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 6 Aug 2008 70,707 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 65,880 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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E899 NUW is a 1988 Honda VFR750F in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 E899 NUW, 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 E899 NUW registered?

E899 NUW is a 1988 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E899 NUW safe to buy?

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