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N283 TVK

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

54,053 mi
Last recorded54,053 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN283 TVK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2019 54,053 miles

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

rear hugger/chain guard damaged and insecure

Fail 10 Jul 2019 54,052 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

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

front mudguard insecure

rear hugger/chain guard damaged and insecure

Pass 14 Jul 2018 102,449 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2018 102,407 miles

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

Nearside Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

rear hugger damaged and loose

Pass 11 May 2017 100,447 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 99,719 miles

Throttle cable pulls taut on both locks affecting spring return of throttle

Fail 20 Aug 2015 99,665 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2013 98,439 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2011 95,462 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 90,658 miles

1 of 2 tailights not working

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 87,072 miles

1 of 2 tailight bulbs off

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

Pass 22 May 2008
Fail 14 May 2008 82,746 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 78,410 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 78,409 miles

Centre Front Lower Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2006 73,798 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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N283 TVK is a 1996 Honda VFR750F 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 1996 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 33,151 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 N283 TVK, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N283 TVK registered?

N283 TVK is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N283 TVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N283 TVK 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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