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L953 ERU

1994 Honda VF750C

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Apr 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

20,175 mi
Last recorded20,175 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1994 Honda VF750C20,826 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL953 ERU
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1994
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 20,175 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 19,910 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 19,536 miles

Front tyres perished

Rear tyres perished

Pass 4 Apr 2023 19,295 miles

both tyres worn low to 2mm and walls starting to perish

slight corrosion on frame and rear swinging arm

Pass 31 Mar 2022 19,106 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 18,823 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 18,481 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 16,466 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 16,466 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Apr 2017 15,658 miles

rear tyre walls in poor condition due to panniers

slight corrosion on frame occuring

Pass 25 Apr 2016 14,544 miles

slight corrosion on frame

Pass 20 Apr 2015 13,701 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 13,701 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2014 13,053 miles

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 13,053 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 11,412 miles

indicator switch stiff in operation

panniers rubbing on rear tyre

Pass 2 Apr 2012 9,950 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 9,950 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Rear Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 8,089 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 7,074 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 5,465 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 5,450 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2007 5,302 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2006 4,414 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750C?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 428 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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L953 ERU is a 1994 Honda VF750C in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1994 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 20,826 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 VF750C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L953 ERU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750C typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 32 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L953 ERU?

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What year was L953 ERU registered?

L953 ERU is a 1994 Honda VF750C, first registered on 31 December 1994.

Is L953 ERU safe to buy?

The MOT history for L953 ERU shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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