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F197 DDY

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

72,847 mi
Last recorded72,847 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF197 DDY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 72,847 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 72,559 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 72,449 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 72,258 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 71,754 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2020 71,754 miles

Brake pedal insecure (1.1.2 (e) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 69,874 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 68,970 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 67,956 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 66,485 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 63,713 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 33,824 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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F197 DDY is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 F197 DDY, 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 F197 DDY registered?

F197 DDY is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is F197 DDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for F197 DDY shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F197 DDY have outstanding finance?

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