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D649 UTU

1997 Honda VF750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

9,189 mi
Last recorded9,189 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VF750F36,706 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD649 UTU
MakeHonda
ModelVF750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 9,189 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 9,189 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 9,132 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2021 9,121 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jul 2020 9,080 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 9,050 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 9,045 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 9,017 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 8,938 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 8,817 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2013 8,817 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

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

nearside front brake disc fouling on caliper

Pass 1 Mar 2012 7,042 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750F?

Based on 2,310 MOT tests across 404 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
456
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
404
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 76
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 46
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 30
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 25
reflector on motorcycle missing 22
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D649 UTU is a 1997 Honda VF750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda VF750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 36,706 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 VF750F fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 76 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D649 UTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750F typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VF750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of D649 UTU?

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What year was D649 UTU registered?

D649 UTU is a 1997 Honda VF750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is D649 UTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D649 UTU shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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