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G42 NRC

1989 Honda VFR750F

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

36,961 mi
Last recorded36,961 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2020
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG42 NRC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2020 36,961 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 36,942 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2018 36,901 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 36,716 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 35,888 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 7 Mar 2016 35,888 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 34,907 miles

Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 34,541 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 12 Mar 2014 34,532 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Mar 2013 33,445 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 31,429 miles

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

Fail 15 Mar 2012 31,371 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 29,460 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 26,925 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 20,537 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 20,537 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Apr 2008 18,111 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 17,779 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 17,577 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F?

Based on 69,140 MOT tests across 6,757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
6,757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 986
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 851
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 737
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 542
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 416
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G42 NRC is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1989 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.9% with a typical mileage of 40,746 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G42 NRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 37 years old, this Honda VFR750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G42 NRC registered?

G42 NRC is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 4 August 1989.

Is G42 NRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G42 NRC shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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