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B15 VFR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

34,993 mi
Last recorded34,993 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 34,993 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 34,821 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 31,912 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 28,542 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 20,227 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 27,640 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 27,327 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 27,250 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2016 27,099 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion both front fork oil seals (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2015 26,984 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2014 26,739 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 26,679 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Jun 2012 26,177 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 26,177 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 25,787 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2010 24,721 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 23,632 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 22,608 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2007 22,058 miles
Fail 5 May 2007 22,058 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 28 Apr 2006 21,524 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2005 20,777 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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B15 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 B15 VFR, 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 B15 VFR registered?

B15 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is B15 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for B15 VFR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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