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K425 VKP

1998 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,400 mi
Last recorded36,400 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750F33,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK425 VKP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 36,400 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Offside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2024 33,348 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 32,694 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 32,641 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 32,047 miles

Front Headlight beam rectifier fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2018 31,501 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2018 31,501 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen BEAM KICK UP TO RIGHT HAND SIDE (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front TYRE VALVE CRACKED

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear TYRE VALVE CRACKED

Pass 16 May 2015 31,466 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 29,375 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2014 29,375 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 28,189 miles

Front brake binding slightly

Pass 7 Sep 2007 41,779 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

slight fluctuation in front brakes

slight play in head bearing

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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K425 VKP is a 1998 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 33,295 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 K425 VKP, 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 28 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 K425 VKP registered?

K425 VKP is a 1998 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 3 December 1998.

Is K425 VKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K425 VKP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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