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J17 OFF

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2024
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

56,865 mi
Last recorded56,865 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 OFF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2023 56,865 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 56,197 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 56,130 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 56,112 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2015 54,748 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 May 2014 54,151 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 52,250 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 48,879 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 45,001 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 7 May 2010 40,952 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 May 2009 34,956 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 16 May 2008 28,583 miles
Fail 15 May 2008 28,567 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2007 21,359 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 14,250 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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J17 OFF is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 J17 OFF, 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 J17 OFF registered?

J17 OFF is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is J17 OFF safe to buy?

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