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N881 BMU

1996 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

61,034 mi
Last recorded61,034 miles
Recorded on8 May 2018
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN881 BMU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2018 61,034 miles

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

Fail 8 May 2018 61,034 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2015 54,832 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 54,832 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 May 2014 51,981 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 50,770 miles

front brake binding on slightly

Pass 12 May 2012 50,428 miles

riders offside footrest damaged

Pass 13 May 2011 47,997 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 46,501 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 44,486 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 43,021 miles

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

rear hugger close to tyre

Pass 9 May 2007 41,706 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2007 41,706 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 11 May 2006 40,443 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2006 40,194 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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

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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N881 BMU is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N881 BMU, 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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What year was N881 BMU registered?

N881 BMU is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N881 BMU safe to buy?

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