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F164 PLB

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

51,524 mi
Last recorded51,524 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF164 PLB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 51,524 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 49,984 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2024 49,326 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 11 May 2023 47,785 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 46,830 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake reaction bracket worn, but not excessively (1.1.15 (b))

headlight aim on minimum

Pass 23 Jul 2020 45,835 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 45,458 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 44,926 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 43,938 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 40,202 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 36,776 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2014 33,085 miles

Front Lower Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 31,482 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2011 31,480 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 29,189 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2010 29,189 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 5 Jun 2009 28,829 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 28,754 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 28,448 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 28,234 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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F164 PLB is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 F164 PLB, 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 F164 PLB registered?

F164 PLB is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 4 January 1989.

Is F164 PLB safe to buy?

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