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N389 LCL

1996 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

13,912 mi
Last recorded13,912 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN389 LCL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 13,912 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 13,808 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 13,429 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 13,382 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 13,347 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 21,312 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 21,310 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 21,304 miles

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 May 2019 21,285 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 21,275 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 112,709 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 112,337 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 21,206 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 11,960 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 11,432 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 211,339 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 211,237 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 21,104 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 21,104 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Jun 2009 21,077 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 21,066 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 10,482 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 10,207 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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N389 LCL is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N389 LCL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N389 LCL registered?

N389 LCL is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 5 December 1996.

Is N389 LCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N389 LCL shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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