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B14 EJL

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

22,181 mi
Last recorded22,181 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB14 EJL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2024 22,181 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 21,937 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 21,714 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 21,623 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 21,484 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 21,396 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 24 Oct 2018 21,318 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 20,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 20,338 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 19,685 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 19,657 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2014 19,007 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 23 May 2013 18,549 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,317 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2011 17,917 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 17,001 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 17,001 miles

Nearside Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Dec 2008 15,943 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 14,507 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 13,858 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 13,212 miles

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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B14 EJL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 B14 EJL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B14 EJL registered?

B14 EJL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 8 February 1997.

Is B14 EJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for B14 EJL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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