CarVerify

Free Car Check

M117 EWV

1995 Honda VFR750R

Silver Petrol 748cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

70,944 mi
Last recorded70,944 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1995 Honda VFR750R33,503 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationM117 EWV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 70,944 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 Apr 2024 70,687 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Brake component inadequately mounted front brake fouling fairing (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking (1.1.12 (c)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

advise front tyre has brake fluid on it

Pass 18 Apr 2023 63,011 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2023 63,000 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Jul 2018 62,942 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

fairing damage

gearshift damage

o/s/f mirror loose

Pass 11 May 2017 61,598 miles

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged valve stem perished (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 May 2017 61,595 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged valve stem perished (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 55,283 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 53,117 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 50,610 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 50,607 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 48,815 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 47,712 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2008 44,957 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 40,758 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Pass 29 Jun 2006 36,117 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 36,117 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
Full Honda VFR750R reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

M117 EWV is a 1995 Honda VFR750R in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 1995 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 33,503 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 VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M117 EWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 31 years old, this Honda VFR750R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M117 EWV?

You can check the full history of M117 EWV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was M117 EWV registered?

M117 EWV is a 1995 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 30 May 1995.

Is M117 EWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for M117 EWV shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M117 EWV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on M117 EWV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.