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F97 HNJ

1988 Honda VFR750F-J

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,954 mi
Last recorded44,954 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2008
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750F-J42,150 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF97 HNJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F-J
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2008 44,954 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 38,615 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2007 38,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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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F97 HNJ is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F97 HNJ, 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 F97 HNJ registered?

F97 HNJ is a 1988 Honda VFR750F-J, first registered on 1 September 1988.

Is F97 HNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F97 HNJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F97 HNJ have outstanding finance?

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