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G3 ORC

1989 Honda VFR750R

Multi-colour Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

52,253 mi
Last recorded52,253 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750R16,070 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG3 ORC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1989
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 52,253 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2025 52,253 miles

Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working loose wire (7.7 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2024 49,060 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2024 49,060 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 46,267 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2022 43,518 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 36,940 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 30,085 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2020 23,293 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2019 16,540 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2017 16,246 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2016 13,394 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 12,085 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2014 10,201 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2013 7,889 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 7,577 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 7,577 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 May 2010 7,260 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2009 6,460 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 6,056 miles

Brake fluid change

Pass 25 May 2006 5,282 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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G3 ORC is a 1989 Honda VFR750R in Multi-colour with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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

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 G3 ORC, 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 G3 ORC registered?

G3 ORC is a 1989 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G3 ORC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G3 ORC shows 21 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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