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J860 NJT

1998 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

27,861 mi
Last recorded27,861 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750F33,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ860 NJT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 27,861 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Long car style valve fitted in front wheel

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 7 May 2025 27,458 miles

Front Long car style valve fitted in front wheel

Fail 6 May 2025 27,458 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Long car style valve fitted in front wheel

Pass 1 May 2024 27,044 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 49,271 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 48,883 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 46,611 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 44,233 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 29 Jul 2010 44,233 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2009 43,342 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 41,146 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 39,987 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 39,984 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 10 May 2006 38,094 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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J860 NJT is a 1998 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 J860 NJT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J860 NJT registered?

J860 NJT is a 1998 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is J860 NJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J860 NJT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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