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L33 ESJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2022
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

13,764 mi
Last recorded13,764 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL33 ESJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2021 13,764 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 13,764 miles

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2013 13,408 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Fail 20 Jul 2013 13,408 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.2.B2a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 12,381 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 12,381 miles

Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,251 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 9 Nov 2009 10,030 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 10,030 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2008 8,093 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 8,093 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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L33 ESJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 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 L33 ESJ, 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 L33 ESJ registered?

L33 ESJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is L33 ESJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L33 ESJ shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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