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C609 FAH

1986 Honda VF750S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

33,339 mi
Last recorded33,339 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC609 FAH
MakeHonda
ModelVF750S
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 33,339 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 31 May 2024 32,844 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 32,583 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Jun 2023 32,583 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 May 2023 32,557 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front front tyre cracked in sidewalls

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2022 31,312 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre walls cracking

Pass 21 May 2021 29,334 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 29,334 miles

Rear reflector missing Fitted reflector (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2020 27,163 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 25,147 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 23,795 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 22,934 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 21,913 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2015 21,908 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 21,894 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 21,548 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 21,164 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 20,922 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750S?

Based on 819 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
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C609 FAH is a 1986 Honda VF750S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

The most common reason a Honda VF750S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C609 FAH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750S typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VF750S is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C609 FAH registered?

C609 FAH is a 1986 Honda VF750S, first registered on 31 December 1986.

Is C609 FAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for C609 FAH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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