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N782 JLC

1996 Honda VFR750

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2022
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

12,115 mi
Last recorded12,115 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN782 JLC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 12,115 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2021

Nearside Rear Footrest missing (6.2.12 (a))

Throttle operating incorrectly throttle speed increases when steering turned to l/h/s (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Riders seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

coil pack insecure and has been melted by exhaust

Pass 5 Aug 2017

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Aug 2017

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 1 Aug 2015
Pass 16 May 2014 9,330 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 1,999 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Jul 2013 1,999 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 22 May 2012 557 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 22 May 2012 557 miles
Pass 3 May 2011

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Apr 2011

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Offside Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Front Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Front Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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N782 JLC is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 34,793 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 N782 JLC, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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N782 JLC is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 28 May 1996.

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