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F521 VFR

1988 Honda VFR750F-J

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

80,288 mi
Last recorded80,288 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F-J42,150 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF521 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F-J
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 80,288 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 79,598 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 78,896 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 77,547 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 76,454 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 75,785 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2019 75,243 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2018 73,365 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 25 Aug 2017 71,416 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 70,275 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 69,635 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 69,340 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 68,442 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2008 67,391 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 67,391 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2006 66,570 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F-J?

Based on 487 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

80.3%
Pass Rate
458
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 11
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 9
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8
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F521 VFR is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 1988 Honda VFR750F-J models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.3% with a typical mileage of 42,150 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750F-J fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 14 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F521 VFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F-J typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda VFR750F-J is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F521 VFR?

You can check the full history of F521 VFR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F521 VFR registered?

F521 VFR is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is F521 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F521 VFR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F521 VFR have outstanding finance?

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