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F82 JGX

1988 Honda VFR750F-J

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,626 mi
Last recorded48,626 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2025
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F-J42,150 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Finance
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF82 JGX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F-J
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2025 48,626 miles

Screen damaged and sharp

Pass 13 Nov 2023 45,732 miles

Both tyres more than 10 years old

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 45,732 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Both tyres more than 10 years old

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 42,189 miles
Pass 31 May 2008 42,118 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 42,080 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2006 41,790 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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F82 JGX is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F82 JGX, 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

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What year was F82 JGX registered?

F82 JGX is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J, first registered on 2 August 1988.

Is F82 JGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for F82 JGX shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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