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B227 RLE

1985 Honda VF1000F

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,561 mi
Last recorded51,561 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2005
Typical for 1985 Honda VF1000F33,051 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB227 RLE
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000F
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2005 51,561 miles

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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B227 RLE is a 1985 Honda VF1000F in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B227 RLE, 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.

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What year was B227 RLE registered?

B227 RLE is a 1985 Honda VF1000F, first registered on 1 July 1985.

Is B227 RLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B227 RLE shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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