Honda RVF750 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Honda RVF750 reliable? We analysed 706 real MOT tests across 106 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda RVF750 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute and exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda RVF750.
Honda RVF750 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda RVF750. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda RVF750 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda RVF750 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda RVF750 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda RVF750 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda RVF750 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda RVF750 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda RVF750 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda RVF750 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 114 | 94.7% | 6,376 | 9,354 | 13,404 |
| 1997 | 54 | 88.9% | 5,593 | 7,844 | 10,553 |
| 1995 | 167 | 92.2% | 9,534 | 16,619 | 20,772 |
| 1994 | 142 | 95.1% | 11,008 | 20,014 | 35,387 |
How Long Does a Honda RVF750 Last?
Based on 106 Honda RVF750 vehicles on UK roads.
Honda RVF750 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda RVF750 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Honda RVF750
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
95.1% MOT pass rate from 142 tests
88.9% MOT pass rate from 54 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda RVF750 is 1994, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 95.1% across 142 tests. The 1997 model year has the lowest pass rate at 88.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda RVF750 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda RVF750 THIS CAR | 92.1% | 706 | 13,690 mi | 32 yrs |
| Honda Civic | 73.7% | 9,391,580 | 74,987 mi | 34 yrs |
| Honda Jazz | 81% | 5,740,892 | 48,635 mi | 24 yrs |
| Honda Cr-v | 78.5% | 4,177,643 | 80,499 mi | 29 yrs |
| Suzuki Gsxr 750 W | 80.7% | 642 | 22,714 mi | 28 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda RVF750 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda RVF750Should you buy a used Honda RVF750?
The Honda RVF750 has an overall MOT pass rate of 92.1% across 706 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common problems on the Honda RVF750 are stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (5 recorded failures), direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (4), and exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (2). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Honda RVF750 owner drives around 207 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Honda RVF750 models stay on UK roads for around 32 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.