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A18 SVE

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

32,364 mi
Last recorded32,364 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 SVE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2018 32,364 miles

Front brakes binding slightly.

Pass 21 Jul 2017 31,908 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 21 Jul 2017 31,908 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 31,786 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 30,190 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 29,183 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 26,905 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 25,357 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 May 2010 23,956 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 23,937 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 6 Mar 2009 21,024 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 6 Mar 2009 21,024 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 18,394 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2007 16,135 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2006 16,062 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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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A18 SVE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 31,170 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A18 SVE, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 SVE registered?

A18 SVE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 6 August 1997.

Is A18 SVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 SVE shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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