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N557 FPX

1996 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

47,654 mi
Last recorded47,654 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN557 FPX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2023 47,654 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 47,082 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 46,955 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2020 46,862 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2019 45,876 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened offside & nearside stantions slightly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 42,108 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 40,112 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 38,184 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 36,636 miles

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

Fail 17 Apr 2014 35,707 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Apr 2014 35,707 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 34,467 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 33,058 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 31,642 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 30,008 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 28,680 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 27,513 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 26,023 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 24,120 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 24,072 miles

Centre Lower Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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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N557 FPX is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 N557 FPX, 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 N557 FPX registered?

N557 FPX is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 11 March 1996.

Is N557 FPX safe to buy?

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