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L974 XLK

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

48,298 mi
Last recorded48,298 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL974 XLK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 48,298 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2024 48,146 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 47,938 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 47,922 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 47,658 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 47,652 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2016 46,529 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 46,079 miles

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))

Pass 26 Jul 2014 46,079 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 45,589 miles

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))

Pass 23 Jun 2012 45,318 miles

rear tyre valve stem slightly perished

Pass 28 May 2011 44,403 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 14 May 2010 42,835 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 39,708 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 39,683 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 35,696 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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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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L974 XLK registered?

L974 XLK is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 12 June 1997.

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