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N427 JLM

1996 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

39,349 mi
Last recorded39,349 miles
Recorded on17 May 2019
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN427 JLM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2019 39,349 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 36,876 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 31,269 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 24,853 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 61,146 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 61,146 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2013 61,146 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 61,146 miles

Chain guard missing

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

rear wheel slightly stiff on rotation.

Fail 18 Mar 2011 61,146 miles

Centre Front Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 61,146 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 61,146 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

instrument illumination not working.

Fail 19 Mar 2010 61,146 miles

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

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

instrument illumination not working.

Pass 12 Nov 2008 61,146 miles

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

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 60,029 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 57,759 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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N427 JLM is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N427 JLM, 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 N427 JLM registered?

N427 JLM is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is N427 JLM safe to buy?

The MOT history for N427 JLM 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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