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F230 LVO

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,028 mi
Last recorded24,028 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF230 LVO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 24,028 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2026 24,027 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2017 24,003 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 23,941 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 23,759 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 23,458 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 22,849 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2009 22,171 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 21,964 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 21,705 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 21,705 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2005 21,050 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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F230 LVO 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 83.3%.

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 F230 LVO, 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

How do I check the history of F230 LVO?

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What year was F230 LVO registered?

F230 LVO is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 July 1989.

Is F230 LVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F230 LVO shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F230 LVO have outstanding finance?

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