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HNF 717Y

1983 Honda VF750F

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2010
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

9,986 mi
Last recorded9,986 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2009
Typical for 1983 Honda VF750F28,282 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHNF 717Y
MakeHonda
ModelVF750F
Year1983
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2009 9,986 miles

Nearside Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Offside Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Fail 27 Mar 2009 9,986 miles

Front Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Nearside Front Motorcycle structure insecure and likely to affect the correct functioning of the steering or braking (6.1.1c)

Rear Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Nearside Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Offside Motorcycle structure has been slightly modified (6.1.1b)

Fail 23 Sep 2008 9,984 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Nearside Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

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

Rear suspension component excessively corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

Rear suspension component loose (2.4.A.1a)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 15 Jun 2007 9,233 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 9,227 miles

Offside Lower Motorcycle structure excessively corroded (6.1.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VF750F?

Based on 2,310 MOT tests across 404 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
404
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 76
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
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HNF 717Y is a 1983 Honda VF750F in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1983 Honda VF750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.0% with a typical mileage of 28,282 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 VF750F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HNF 717Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 43 years old, this Honda VF750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HNF 717Y registered?

HNF 717Y is a 1983 Honda VF750F, first registered on 31 December 1983.

Is HNF 717Y safe to buy?

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