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D180 BLT

1987 Honda VFR750F

Orange Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

53,416 mi
Last recorded53,416 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Honda VFR750F45,794 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD180 BLT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1987
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 53,416 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil sligt weep from anti-dive unit (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 May 2025 52,988 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 52,524 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 10 May 2024 52,520 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Brake effort inadequate at a wheel Rear brake bottoms out not locking wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 May 2023 52,109 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 51,989 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2020 51,831 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 51,569 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 51,164 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 50,853 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 49,782 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 49,422 miles

Outer Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

number plate size could be an issue

Pass 2 Jul 2013 48,604 miles

rear numberplate has been cut down in size, due to the age of the machine the numberplate size is within VOSA mot requirments but could be an issue with the police

Fail 14 Jun 2013 48,603 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.7.3a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Stop lamp affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2)

Rear Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

rear numberplate has been cut down and due to the age of the machine meets VOSA mot requirements but could be an issue with the police .

Pass 26 Sep 2011 48,215 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 48,180 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 48,074 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 48,074 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Nearside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2007 47,817 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2007 47,808 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

REAR TAIL/CARRIER SECTION NEEDS TIGHTENING UP ALTHOUGH NOT CURRENTLY INSECURE AND DANGEROUS.

Pass 7 Mar 2006 47,078 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2006 47,078 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F?

Based on 69,140 MOT tests across 6,757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
6,757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 986
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 851
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 737
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 542
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 416
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D180 BLT is a 1987 Honda VFR750F in Orange with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1987 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.6% with a typical mileage of 45,794 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 VFR750F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D180 BLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Honda VFR750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D180 BLT registered?

D180 BLT is a 1987 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 14 February 1987.

Is D180 BLT safe to buy?

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