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L50 VFR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

52,737 mi
Last recorded52,737 miles
Recorded on31 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL50 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 May 2025 52,737 miles

Brake pivot worn, but not excessively foot brake pivot (1.1.15 (b))

Pass 2 May 2023 48,044 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2022 41,434 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 41,430 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 29 May 2020 41,430 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 41,430 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 41,204 miles

Rear valve slightly corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2016 41,159 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 40,897 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 40,669 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 40,436 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 39,817 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2009 37,206 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2009 37,176 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2008 33,489 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 33,487 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 30,069 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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L50 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 L50 VFR, 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 L50 VFR registered?

L50 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L50 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L50 VFR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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