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YIA 2388

1985 Honda VF1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

16,565 mi
Last recorded16,565 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 1985 Honda VF1000F33,051 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIA 2388
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 16,565 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2016 16,563 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2010 16,518 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 16,518 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000F?

Based on 1,732 MOT tests across 308 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
422
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
308
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 45
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 20
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 15
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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YIA 2388 is a 1985 Honda VF1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1985 Honda VF1000F models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 33,051 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 VF1000F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 45 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YIA 2388, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000F typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 41 years old, this Honda VF1000F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YIA 2388?

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What year was YIA 2388 registered?

YIA 2388 is a 1985 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 31 December 1985.

Is YIA 2388 safe to buy?

The MOT history for YIA 2388 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YIA 2388 have outstanding finance?

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