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J490 WHP

1992 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

71,897 mi
Last recorded71,897 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Honda VFR750F41,042 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ490 WHP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 71,897 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 71,782 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 71,686 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 71,435 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 70,939 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 70,492 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 70,142 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 69,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2017 69,388 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 68,878 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 68,396 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 67,508 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 67,508 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2013 66,489 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 64,797 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2012 64,797 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2011 62,259 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 60,200 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 59,425 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2008 57,353 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Rear number plate none standard.

Pass 9 Apr 2008 57,353 miles

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

Rear number plate none standard.

Pass 7 Apr 2007 55,632 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 54,831 miles

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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J490 WHP is a 1992 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1992 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.4% with a typical mileage of 41,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J490 WHP, 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 34 years old, this Honda VFR750F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J490 WHP registered?

J490 WHP is a 1992 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 July 1992.

Is J490 WHP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J490 WHP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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