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R885 JHJ

1998 Honda VF750C

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

18,082 mi
Last recorded18,082 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VF750C16,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR885 JHJ
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 May 2026 18,082 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 17,156 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 16,892 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 15,964 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 15,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 15,143 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 14,884 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Tyre worn close to the legal limit Front tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 14,840 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 14,828 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 14,705 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 14,305 miles

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

Rear Tyre Has Had A Puncture Repair.

Pass 12 Jul 2013 14,145 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 14,067 miles

Nearside Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 13,894 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 13,674 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Upper Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 13,531 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 13,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 12,946 miles

exhaust slightly noisey

Pass 13 Jun 2006 12,423 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
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R885 JHJ is a 1998 Honda VF750C in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 R885 JHJ, 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

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What year was R885 JHJ registered?

R885 JHJ is a 1998 Honda VF750C, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R885 JHJ safe to buy?

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