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F159 SBL

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,525 mi
Last recorded38,525 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF159 SBL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 38,525 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 38,516 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 21 Apr 2026 38,507 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 38,274 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 26 Aug 2023 38,055 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2023 38,032 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Aug 2022 37,873 miles

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

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

drive chain, sprockets sounds rough

offside rear brake light not working. [twin rear lights]

Pass 2 May 2019 37,830 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2018 36,559 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 34,330 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 34,326 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2005 24,298 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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F159 SBL is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 F159 SBL, 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.

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What year was F159 SBL registered?

F159 SBL is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 24 April 1989.

Is F159 SBL safe to buy?

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