CarVerify

Free Car Check

R53 CUJ

1998 Honda VF750C

Black Petrol 748cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,569 mi
Last recorded25,569 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VF750C16,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR53 CUJ
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 25,569 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Pass 15 May 2025 25,471 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 25,456 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 25,371 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 25,355 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 25,067 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2019 24,212 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 23,277 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Feb 2015 23,193 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2014 22,419 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 17,545 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 16,958 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 16,473 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 16,417 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 9,644 miles

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
Full Honda VF750C reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R53 CUJ is a 1998 Honda VF750C in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 16,958 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R53 CUJ, 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 28 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R53 CUJ?

You can check the full history of R53 CUJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R53 CUJ registered?

R53 CUJ is a 1998 Honda VF750C, first registered on 12 May 1998.

Is R53 CUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R53 CUJ shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R53 CUJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R53 CUJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.