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N638 FLR

1996 Honda VF750C

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

30,138 mi
Last recorded30,138 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VF750C20,546 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN638 FLR
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 30,138 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2026 30,138 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Motorcycle structure joining/attachment plate or fastening insecure Radiator catching front mudguard. (6.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 29,738 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2012 28,834 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 25,556 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 2 Jul 2010 25,556 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jun 2009 24,412 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 3 Jun 2009 24,398 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

no mirrors fitted

Pass 14 Jul 2006 23,036 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 23,033 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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N638 FLR is a 1996 Honda VF750C in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 20,546 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 N638 FLR, 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 30 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N638 FLR registered?

N638 FLR is a 1996 Honda VF750C, first registered on 3 June 1996.

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