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G691 KNW

1989 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,805 mi
Last recorded61,805 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Honda VFR750F40,746 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG691 KNW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 61,805 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both slightly worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 61,704 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 60,019 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 57,350 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 57,107 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Jul 2016 57,085 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 57,017 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2011 25,263 miles

Front Brake component damaged but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 54,995 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle damaged and function impaired (1.4.2a)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

No sidelight

Pass 18 Feb 2009 52,262 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 51,726 miles

front brakes binding slightly

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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G691 KNW is a 1989 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 G691 KNW, 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.

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What year was G691 KNW registered?

G691 KNW is a 1989 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 18 August 1989.

Is G691 KNW safe to buy?

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