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J268 BJN

1998 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

56,985 mi
Last recorded56,985 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750F33,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ268 BJN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 56,985 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 56,985 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 56,984 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 56,983 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 56,820 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 55,610 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2013 55,610 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 54,527 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 54,467 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

scott oiler oil level is low.

Pass 13 May 2010 54,390 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 7 Mar 2009 54,078 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2009 54,078 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 54,018 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2007 54,018 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Offside Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 53,320 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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J268 BJN is a 1998 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 33,295 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 J268 BJN, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J268 BJN registered?

J268 BJN is a 1998 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 5 January 1998.

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