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D8 VFR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

75,934 mi
Last recorded75,934 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2019 75,934 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 75,821 miles

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2013 74,269 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 74,269 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2012 73,612 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 71,050 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 67,512 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 64,016 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2008 59,465 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 53,531 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 53,531 miles

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

Offside Front Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 6 Feb 2006 43,589 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 43,589 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

head bearings too tight

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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D8 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 D8 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.

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What year was D8 VFR registered?

D8 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is D8 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 VFR shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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