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N490 WRP

1996 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

40,530 mi
Last recorded40,530 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN490 WRP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 40,530 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 40,506 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 40,461 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 40,461 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2022 40,268 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2021 39,626 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 39,561 miles

Lower exhaust system corroded

Pass 12 May 2017 39,477 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2016 39,459 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 39,342 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 25 Mar 2014 38,980 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 18 Mar 2014 38,980 miles

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

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

Indicator tell tale not operating correctly (1.5.2)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 38,145 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2011 38,140 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2010 37,232 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 37,232 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2009 27,680 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 23,560 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 21,994 miles

Temporary link fitted to chain, not reccommended. N/s. handlebar slightly distorted.

Pass 20 Apr 2006 21,817 miles
Pass 4 May 2005 20,812 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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N490 WRP is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 N490 WRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N490 WRP?

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What year was N490 WRP registered?

N490 WRP is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 5 February 1996.

Is N490 WRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N490 WRP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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