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F450 KGW

1988 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,782 mi
Last recorded52,782 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F43,755 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF450 KGW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 52,782 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 51,037 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 4 Apr 2017 50,924 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 50,919 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 50,504 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 50,504 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 49,443 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 28 Nov 2014 49,441 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 47,151 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 46,940 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2011 46,933 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2010 45,579 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 44,920 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 43,485 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2007 43,461 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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F450 KGW is a 1988 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1988 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 43,755 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 F450 KGW, 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 38 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 F450 KGW registered?

F450 KGW is a 1988 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F450 KGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F450 KGW shows 15 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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