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M221 TJW

1996 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,225 mi
Last recorded46,225 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2013
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM221 TJW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2013 46,225 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2012 44,367 miles

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 26 Mar 2012 44,367 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 36,859 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

rear no.plate cracked

Pass 16 Mar 2010 35,412 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 33,213 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 May 2007 29,751 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 25,634 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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M221 TJW is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 34,793 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 M221 TJW, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M221 TJW registered?

M221 TJW is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 23 April 1996.

Is M221 TJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M221 TJW shows 8 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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