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F455 LBM

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

45,568 mi
Last recorded45,568 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF455 LBM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 45,568 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 45,553 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2024 45,529 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2023 44,520 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged slightly perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 43,017 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Apr 2020 42,475 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2020 42,475 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2018 41,424 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 40,065 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 39,559 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Fail 28 Aug 2015 39,559 miles

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

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

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

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

Pass 18 May 2013 39,349 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 39,277 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 19 May 2012 39,277 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2011 38,423 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 38,408 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 24 Jun 2008 38,248 miles

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Slightly binding rear brake. Does not show up on roller brake test.

Pass 30 Jun 2007 37,827 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 37,058 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2005 36,323 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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F455 LBM is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 F455 LBM, 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 F455 LBM registered?

F455 LBM is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 10 January 1989.

Is F455 LBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for F455 LBM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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