Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1987 Honda Vfr750f H?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1987 Honda Vfr750f H?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1987 Honda Vfr750f H?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1987 Honda Vfr750f H reliable?

Based on MOT data from 239 vehicles, the 1987 Honda Vfr750f H has a first-time MOT pass rate of 85%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1987 Honda Vfr750f H?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1987 Honda Vfr750f H are: Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (22.7% of vehicles), Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (22.7% of vehicles), Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (18.2% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1987 Honda Vfr750f H?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Honda Vfr750f H (1987)

239 real MOT outcomes analysed • 85% first-time pass rate

1987 Honda Vfr750f H

CarHunch analysed 239 real MOT records for the 1987 Honda Vfr750f H. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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We have limited data for the 1987 Honda Vfr750f H — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

First-time pass

85%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

0.8%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

0.09

Over 1.5 tests on record

Low

Typical mileage

50k

Middle half: 37k–68k

For context

These stats describe 239 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 239 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 22.7%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Lighting 22.7%

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing · Exhaust slightly deteriorated

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Brake wear 18.2%

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies · Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn · Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Suspension & steering 13.6%

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil · Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Other issues 13.6%

Horn not working · Drive chain worn but not considered excessive · Chain guard missing

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1987.

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Before you buy a 1987 Honda Vfr750f H

Based on MOT data from 239 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 0.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Petrol (98%)	234	84.7%	0.09

Colour Breakdown

Based on 252 Honda Vfr750f H vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 29.4%

White 29.4%

Blue 22.6%

Red 9.9%

Black 5.6%

Multi-colour 3.2%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1987 Honda Vfr750f H vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

49,609

typical

36,908

low mileage

67,608

high mileage

Half of all 1987 Honda Vfr750f H vehicles fall between 36,908 and 67,608 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 36,908 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 36,908–67,608 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1987 Honda Vfr750f Hs sit.

⚠ Over 91,270 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

1.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

0.09

Avg failures per vehicle

0.3

Avg advisories per vehicle

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