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F301 UMP

1989 Honda VFR750F

Multi-colour Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

62,741 mi
Last recorded62,741 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF301 UMP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 62,741 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2024 62,629 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2023 62,487 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2023 62,487 miles

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

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 62,099 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 61,834 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 61,539 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 61,421 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 60,784 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 59,600 miles

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

Fail 4 Jun 2015 59,600 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 57,787 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 57,287 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 56,575 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 55,648 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 54,777 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 53,612 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 52,637 miles

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

One tail lamp not working

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 13 May 2008 52,637 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

One tail lamp not working

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 4 May 2007 49,111 miles

front fork seals deterioated slightly

handelbars slightly maladjusted

knocking noise from front yoke

Pass 3 Jun 2006 48,345 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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F301 UMP is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Multi-colour with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 F301 UMP, 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 F301 UMP registered?

F301 UMP is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 23 May 1989.

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The MOT history for F301 UMP shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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