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J742 SVM

1992 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

32,516 mi
Last recorded32,516 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR75037,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ742 SVM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 32,516 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2025 32,516 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 31,514 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 31,070 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 63,109 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Fail 6 Jul 2012 63,109 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle does not reflect squarely to the rear (1.4.1)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2012 63,109 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake pedal pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 1 Jun 2011 53,070 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 53,070 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 12,934 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2009 74,737 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 74,735 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 6 Jun 2008 50,465 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 41,876 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 39,776 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2005 36,551 miles

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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J742 SVM is a 1992 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1992 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.1% with a typical mileage of 37,670 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 J742 SVM, 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 34 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 J742 SVM registered?

J742 SVM is a 1992 Honda VFR750, first registered on 4 June 1992.

Is J742 SVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J742 SVM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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