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L90 VFR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

25,031 mi
Last recorded25,031 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL90 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 25,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 1 Jun 2024 24,646 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 24,626 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 24,626 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements honeycomb back ground - replaced with regulation plate (0.1 (d))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 24,502 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 24,413 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2020 23,999 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 23,547 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 22,780 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 22,202 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 22,202 miles

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 20,698 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2009 20,368 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 20,022 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 19,569 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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L90 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 L90 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L90 VFR registered?

L90 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L90 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L90 VFR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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