MOT Status
ValidMileage
48,298 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))
Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
gear selector loose
Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))
Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear tyre valve stem slightly perished
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)
Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS
How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F?
Based on 69,140 MOT tests across 6,757 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L974 XLK is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.
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 L974 XLK, 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 L974 XLK registered?
L974 XLK is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 12 June 1997.
Is L974 XLK safe to buy?
The MOT history for L974 XLK shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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