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J979 FVF

1992 Honda VFR750F

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,584 mi
Last recorded44,584 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2019
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR750F41,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ979 FVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1992
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2019 44,584 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 41,688 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2017 38,943 miles

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 12 Aug 2017 38,943 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Fail 30 Jun 2017 38,921 miles

Central Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Brake pedal is positioned so that the brake cannot be readily applied loose secure bolt (3.1.3c)

Rear Brake pipe likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Brake hose inadequately supported,

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Offside Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Chain link incorrectly fitted

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Jul 2012 37,265 miles

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

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 37,265 miles

Offside Motorcycle structure slightly damaged (6.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 33,899 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 26,102 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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J979 FVF is a 1992 Honda VFR750F in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1992 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 41,042 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 J979 FVF, 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 34 years old, this Honda VFR750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J979 FVF registered?

J979 FVF is a 1992 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 30 December 1992.

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