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F494 RGV

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

3,629 mi
Last recorded3,629 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF494 RGV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 3,629 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 978 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2023 97,825 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2022 96,279 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 93,663 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2020 90,972 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 87,426 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 84,779 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2017 81,497 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 76,819 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 73,957 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 69,115 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2014 69,099 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 64,513 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 57,908 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 53,560 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 48,412 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 44,765 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 40,127 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 34,568 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 34,568 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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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F494 RGV is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 F494 RGV, 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 F494 RGV registered?

F494 RGV is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 10 February 1989.

Is F494 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F494 RGV shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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