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F172 CYG

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2019
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

53,250 mi
Last recorded53,250 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2018
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF172 CYG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2018 53,250 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 52,222 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 52,219 miles

Nearside Front Lower Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 50,882 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))

Fail 9 Jan 2015 50,882 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Offside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

rear grab handle insecure

Fail 3 Oct 2011 49,740 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

chain requires cleaning and greasing . rear brake binding .

Pass 3 Oct 2011 49,740 miles

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

chain requires cleaning and greasing . rear brake binding .

Pass 14 Apr 2007 48,389 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 47,104 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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F172 CYG is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F172 CYG, 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 F172 CYG registered?

F172 CYG is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 March 1989.

Is F172 CYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F172 CYG shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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