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N71 GVS

1996 Honda VFR750F

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

18,697 mi
Last recorded18,697 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN71 GVS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2025 18,697 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 18,863 miles
Pass 1 May 2021 18,561 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 17,369 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2020 17,369 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 15,347 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 50,388 miles

headlamp defuser tape fitted

Fail 8 Aug 2017 15,305 miles

Brake hose leaking fluid Chaffed on drive chain and guard (3.2.B4)

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Throttle operating incorrectly Sticking on at Nearside and offside lock (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 26 May 2016 15,292 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2015 15,121 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2014 14,979 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 14,629 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 May 2012 14,101 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 13,721 miles

Rear wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 12,466 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 11,119 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2008 10,137 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 1 May 2007 9,603 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 8,457 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F?

Based on 69,140 MOT tests across 6,757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
6,757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 986
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 851
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 737
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 542
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 416
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N71 GVS is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 33,151 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N71 GVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VFR750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N71 GVS registered?

N71 GVS is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 8 March 1996.

Is N71 GVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N71 GVS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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