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F261 JKN

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,018 mi
Last recorded80,018 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF261 JKN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 80,018 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 78,410 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 77,880 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 77,192 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 76,066 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 75,261 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 74,953 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 74,467 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 73,481 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 72,855 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 72,194 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 71,689 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 70,905 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 69,991 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 66,883 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 64,070 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 60,063 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 55,482 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 50,521 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 45,373 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 40,072 miles

rear disc needs replacing soon

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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F261 JKN is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F261 JKN, 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 F261 JKN registered?

F261 JKN is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 April 1989.

Is F261 JKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F261 JKN shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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