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Honda VFR750F

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 748 cc

R385 JFEMOT history

R385 JFE is a red petrol Honda VFR750F first used on 24 Sept 1997. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 44,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2025
Mileage
44,557 mi
At MOT on 7 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,830 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R385 JFE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
VFR750F
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
748 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
24 Sept 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R385 JFE was last recorded at 44,557 miles on 7 Mar 2024, 1,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Nov 2009: 3,061 miles, lower than 29,356 miles on 3 Nov 2008.
  • 2 Mar 2017: 38,138 miles, lower than 38,318 miles on 25 Feb 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
43,186 miles · 31 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,371 miles
Average per year
1,830 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 44,557 miles
  • 2023 – 43,186 miles
  • 2022 – 42,669 miles
  • 2021 – 40,878 miles
  • 2020 – 39,980 miles
  • 2019 – 39,567 miles
  • 2018 – 38,901 miles
  • 2017 – 38,138 miles
  • 2016 – 37,210 miles
  • 2015 – 35,720 miles
  • 2014 – 34,200 miles
  • 2013 – 32,522 miles
  • 2012 – 32,098 miles
  • 2011 – 31,728 miles
  • 2009 – 3,061 miles
  • 2008 – 29,356 miles
  • 2007 – 25,253 miles
  • 2006 – 22,463 miles
  • 2005 – 10,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,557 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

  • Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

25 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,557 miles (+1,371)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    44,557 miles
    Test number
    389159530621
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass43,186 miles (+517)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    43,186 miles
    Test number
    696809333476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass42,669 miles (+1,791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    42,669 miles
    Test number
    730472384882
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass40,878 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,878 miles
    Test number
    877926309090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail40,876 miles (+896)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,876 miles
    Test number
    634143969182
    • DangerousRear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • DangerousValve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorFront Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorSteering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  6. Pass39,980 miles (+413)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    39,980 miles
    Test number
    998217272032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  7. Pass39,567 miles (+666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    39,567 miles
    Test number
    493508008854
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from front pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  8. Pass38,901 miles (+763)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    38,901 miles
    Test number
    187812246267
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

  9. Pass38,138 miles (-180)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    38,138 miles
    Test number
    437566068650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail38,318 miles (+1,108)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,318 miles
    Test number
    434967972436
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Mudguard insecure

  11. Pass37,210 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    37,210 miles
    Test number
    273380175835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass35,720 miles (+1,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    35,720 miles
    Test number
    157453145083
    • AdvisoryExhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

  13. Pass34,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    34,200 miles
    Test number
    466937254020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,200 miles (+1,678)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,200 miles
    Test number
    126927854097
    • FailureRear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

  15. Pass32,522 miles (+424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,522 miles
    Test number
    415579453081
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  16. Pass32,098 miles (+370)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,098 miles
    Test number
    726758352072
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

  17. Pass31,728 miles (+28,667)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    31,728 miles
    Test number
    587358331027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass3,061 miles (-26,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    3,061 miles
    Test number
    504841529370
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  19. Pass29,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    29,356 miles
    Test number
    620158908339
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

  20. Fail29,356 miles (+4,103)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,356 miles
    Test number
    872565808373
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
    • FailureRear Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
    • FailureSteering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

  21. Pass25,253 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    25,253 miles
    Test number
    601463017316
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  22. Fail25,253 miles (+2,790)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,253 miles
    Test number
    411960817313
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

  23. Pass22,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,463 miles
    Test number
    403403506414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail22,463 miles (+11,478)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,463 miles
    Test number
    704019396274
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFront Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded (3.2.A1h)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.6)
    • FailureOffside Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)
    • FailureOffside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)
    • NoteClutch fluid below minimum level

  25. Pass10,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    10,985 miles
    Test number
    253375105344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R385 JFE

Does R385 JFE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R385 JFE expired on 30 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R385 JFE?
The MOT on R385 JFE expired on 30 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R385 JFE done?
R385 JFE was recorded at 44,557 miles at its MOT on 7 Mar 2024, an average of 1,830 miles a year.
Has R385 JFE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R385 JFE has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on R385 JFE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Nov 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on R385 JFE find?
R385 JFE passed its latest MOT on 7 Mar 2024 with 2 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front tyre worn close to the legal limit.

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