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J723 HMB

1997 Honda VFR750

Black Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

73,375 mi
Last recorded73,375 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ723 HMB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2020 73,375 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 66,329 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 18 Apr 2019 66,329 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 62,133 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2017 58,010 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 13 Apr 2017 58,005 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking (6.2.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2016 54,715 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 27 Apr 2016 54,715 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 13 May 2015 54,196 miles

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 14 May 2014 53,141 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 52,624 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 51,945 miles
Pass 28 May 2011 51,112 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2010 49,653 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 May 2010 49,653 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 44,278 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 40,319 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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J723 HMB is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Black with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 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 VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J723 HMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J723 HMB registered?

J723 HMB is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 15 April 1997.

Is J723 HMB safe to buy?

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