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H209 EBV

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,491 mi
Last recorded45,491 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH209 EBV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2025 45,491 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 44,464 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 44,971 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2014 44,831 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 44,084 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 44,084 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2010 43,461 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 42,587 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 70,611 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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H209 EBV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H209 EBV, 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 H209 EBV registered?

H209 EBV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 29 July 1997.

Is H209 EBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for H209 EBV shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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