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F142 BDY

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

40,648 mi
Last recorded40,648 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF142 BDY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 40,648 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Fr. Tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 35,105 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 34,534 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 May 2017 34,468 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 34,373 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2013 34,253 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 34,074 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 33,783 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2010 33,486 miles

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

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 32,925 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 32,925 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 29 May 2008 32,530 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2007 32,078 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2006 31,924 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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F142 BDY is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 40,746 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 F142 BDY, 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 37 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 F142 BDY registered?

F142 BDY is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 9 January 1989.

Is F142 BDY safe to buy?

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