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E20 VFR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,459 mi
Last recorded46,459 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE20 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 46,459 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jun 2020 46,360 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 46,351 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 46,331 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 46,317 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 46,310 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 46,143 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 45,488 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 45,463 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2012 45,438 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2011 44,462 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 44,096 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 44,095 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 42,049 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 41,500 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 41,494 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 9 Oct 2007 463 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 41,362 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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E20 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E20 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 E20 VFR registered?

E20 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is E20 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E20 VFR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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