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L161 YFW

1994 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

57,618 mi
Last recorded57,618 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda VFR75040,127 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL161 YFW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1994
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 57,618 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 56,784 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 56,250 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 55,097 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 53,597 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 52,764 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 52,749 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 51,480 miles

Rear reduced damping effect

Pass 19 Mar 2019 49,762 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 49,069 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 46,366 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Thottle twist grip slow to return.

Pass 18 Apr 2015 42,400 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2015 42,369 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 39,818 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 35,995 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 32,507 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 29,314 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Mar 2011 29,314 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) insecure (3.2.A1g)

Pass 13 Mar 2010 22,897 miles

n/s mirror loose

Pass 28 Feb 2009 22,700 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 22,280 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 21,972 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2005 21,662 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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L161 YFW is a 1994 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1994 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 40,127 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 L161 YFW, 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 32 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 L161 YFW registered?

L161 YFW is a 1994 Honda VFR750, first registered on 14 April 1994.

Is L161 YFW safe to buy?

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