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F51 OBH

1989 Honda VFR750F

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

55,355 mi
Last recorded55,355 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF51 OBH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 55,355 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 55,237 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Aug 2023 55,142 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 54,952 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 54,517 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2020 54,194 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 54,138 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Wheel corroded but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Front Wheel damaged but not to excess (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2018 53,371 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 53,116 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 53,004 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 52,797 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 52,632 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2013 52,140 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 51,481 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2012 51,465 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 50,950 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 50,543 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 48,066 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 48,000 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 45,470 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 41,908 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 41,775 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2006 36,251 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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F51 OBH is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 F51 OBH, 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.

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What year was F51 OBH registered?

F51 OBH is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 12 April 1989.

Is F51 OBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F51 OBH shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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