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F15 VFR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

989 mi
Last recorded989 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF15 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2025 989 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 465 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 1 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 47,067 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 46,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2014 46,820 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2013 45,779 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 44,502 miles

very slight play front wheel bearings

Pass 28 Apr 2011 42,876 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 41,914 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 39,499 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 39,499 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 37,193 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2007 37,193 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 27 Mar 2006 35,471 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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F15 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F15 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 F15 VFR registered?

F15 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is F15 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F15 VFR shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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