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F431 PLW

1989 Honda VFR750F-J

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

56,146 mi
Last recorded56,146 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2011
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F-J41,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF431 PLW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F-J
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2011 56,146 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 55,517 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 55,517 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2009 54,102 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 50,714 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2008 50,714 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2007 44,933 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2007 44,933 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 41,786 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F-J?

Based on 487 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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F431 PLW is a 1989 Honda VFR750F-J in White 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-J models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.7% with a typical mileage of 41,103 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-J fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F431 PLW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F-J typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VFR750F-J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F431 PLW?

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What year was F431 PLW registered?

F431 PLW is a 1989 Honda VFR750F-J, first registered on 20 January 1989.

Is F431 PLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F431 PLW 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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