Honda VFR750R Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Honda VFR750R car check
Is the Honda VFR750R reliable? We analysed 3,955 real MOT tests across 514 vehicles to find out.
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The Honda VFR750R is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies and roller brake test indicates a binding brake. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Honda VFR750R.
Honda VFR750R Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Honda VFR750R. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Honda VFR750R MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Honda VFR750R to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Honda VFR750R Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Honda VFR750R fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Honda VFR750R Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Honda VFR750R owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Honda VFR750R MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Honda VFR750R year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 55 | 94.5% | 5,294 | 6,907 | 20,461 |
| 1998 | 122 | 87.7% | 30,924 | 35,794 | 54,725 |
| 1997 | 460 | 87.8% | 14,247 | 29,986 | 46,520 |
| 1996 | 461 | 86.6% | 24,162 | 38,276 | 49,287 |
| 1995 | 236 | 85.6% | 21,217 | 33,503 | 48,583 |
| 1994 | 318 | 86.5% | 28,784 | 38,726 | 49,836 |
| 1993 | 146 | 89.7% | 11,459 | 24,593 | 32,980 |
| 1992 | 131 | 87.8% | 15,874 | 33,732 | 43,774 |
| 1991 | 230 | 90.0% | 6,357 | 15,062 | 28,206 |
| 1990 | 270 | 87.4% | 13,018 | 26,810 | 49,598 |
| 1989 | 560 | 93.9% | 10,135 | 16,070 | 22,698 |
| 1988 | 527 | 93.5% | 10,445 | 19,800 | 26,414 |
How Long Does a Honda VFR750R Last?
Based on 514 Honda VFR750R vehicles on UK roads.
Honda VFR750R Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Honda VFR750R 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 VFR750R
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
94.5% MOT pass rate from 55 tests
85.6% MOT pass rate from 236 tests
The best year to buy a used Honda VFR750R is 2007, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 94.5% across 55 tests. The 1995 model year has the lowest pass rate at 85.6% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Honda VFR750R Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda VFR750R THIS CAR | 89.7% | 3,955 | 23,618 mi | 38 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 |
| Sym Shark | 80.8% | 4,396 | 16,833 mi | 27 yrs |
Compared to the Honda Civic (73.7% pass rate) and the Honda Jazz (81.0% pass rate), the Honda VFR750R outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Honda VFR750RShould you buy a used Honda VFR750R?
The Honda VFR750R has an overall MOT pass rate of 89.7% across 3,955 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 VFR750R are tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (28 recorded failures), stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (23), and roller brake test indicates a binding brake (16). 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 VFR750R owner drives around 322 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 VFR750R models stay on UK roads for around 38 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.