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D485 ACW

1987 Honda VF750C

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

29,670 mi
Last recorded29,670 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1987 Honda VF750C25,616 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD485 ACW
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 29,670 miles

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

Fail 22 Oct 2025 29,670 miles

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

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 29,669 miles

Rear Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 14 Oct 2021 29,576 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 29,951 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2019 29,283 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 28,910 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 28,890 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 17 Jul 2017 28,890 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 28,813 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 28,610 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 28,348 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Jun 2013 27,989 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 27,109 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 26,892 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 24 May 2010 26,825 miles

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 29 May 2009 26,737 miles

nuber plate starting to delaminate

Pass 29 May 2008 26,534 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 26,228 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 25,265 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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D485 ACW is a 1987 Honda VF750C in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1987 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 25,616 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 D485 ACW, 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 39 years old, this Honda VF750C is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D485 ACW registered?

D485 ACW is a 1987 Honda VF750C, first registered on 22 May 1987.

Is D485 ACW safe to buy?

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