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L725 UPW

1995 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jan 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

36,906 mi
Last recorded36,906 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 1995 Honda VFR75036,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL725 UPW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 36,906 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 36,243 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2025 36,243 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jan 2024 35,832 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2024 35,832 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected (6.2.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 33,753 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 31,679 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 31,012 miles

headlamp converters fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2019 30,639 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 30,493 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2011 30,156 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Jul 2010 29,402 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 13 Jun 2009 28,578 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 28,277 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 May 2007 27,793 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 9 Sep 2005 27,260 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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L725 UPW is a 1995 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1995 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 36,342 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 L725 UPW, 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 31 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L725 UPW registered?

L725 UPW is a 1995 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 October 1995.

Is L725 UPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L725 UPW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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