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G578 SAA

1990 Honda VFR750

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jul 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

94,248 mi
Last recorded94,248 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1990 Honda VFR75045,065 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG578 SAA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 94,248 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 93,294 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 92,385 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 92,385 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 92,139 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 90,029 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 86,254 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 81,046 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 78,616 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 75,990 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2011 75,987 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2010 67,098 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2009 60,522 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 60,522 miles

Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

center stand seized

Pass 28 Mar 2008 57,399 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 50,764 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 43,539 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2006 43,535 miles

Front Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Brake lever attachment screws missing (3.1.2b)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

side stand excessively loose

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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G578 SAA is a 1990 Honda VFR750 in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1990 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 45,065 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 VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G578 SAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 36 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G578 SAA registered?

G578 SAA is a 1990 Honda VFR750, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is G578 SAA safe to buy?

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