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F521 LBH

1989 Honda VFR750R

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

16,342 mi
Last recorded16,342 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750R16,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF521 LBH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2025 16,342 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit 2.00mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 16,070 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 15,908 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 15,677 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 15,506 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 15,256 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 15,059 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 14,801 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 14,619 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 14,619 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 14,472 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 14,278 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 14,104 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 13,825 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 13,427 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 13,146 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 12,610 miles

None standard exhaust fitted.

Pass 28 Jun 2008 12,347 miles

None standed exhaust fitted.

Pass 30 Jun 2007 11,944 miles

None standed exhaust fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2006 10,422 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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F521 LBH is a 1989 Honda VFR750R in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.9% with a typical mileage of 16,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F521 LBH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VFR750R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F521 LBH registered?

F521 LBH is a 1989 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 17 January 1989.

Is F521 LBH safe to buy?

The MOT history for F521 LBH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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