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N527 NFB

1996 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

134,145 mi
Last recorded134,145 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN527 NFB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 134,145 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 134,031 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 133,893 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 133,048 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 132,378 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2021 132,378 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 131,446 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 131,031 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2018 130,324 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 129,393 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 129,288 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 128,568 miles

Throttle slow to return

Pass 21 Jul 2014 127,859 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 126,931 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2012 126,232 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 123,410 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2010 117,661 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2009 113,000 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 109,104 miles

Rear Brake pedal pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2007 104,660 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 97,278 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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N527 NFB is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 N527 NFB, 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

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What year was N527 NFB registered?

N527 NFB is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 14 June 1996.

Is N527 NFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N527 NFB shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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