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F391 JRS

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,189 mi
Last recorded86,189 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF391 JRS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 86,189 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 85,545 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 85,543 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2021 59,246 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2021 59,228 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.12 (a))

Front Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2013 59,115 miles

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

osr disc has surface corrosion but not effecting brakes

Pass 26 Apr 2010 57,004 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 54,426 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 54,197 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 52,721 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 51,380 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2005 51,342 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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F391 JRS 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 75%.

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 F391 JRS, 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 F391 JRS registered?

F391 JRS is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 4 February 1989.

Is F391 JRS safe to buy?

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