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N725 JLK

1996 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,800 mi
Last recorded62,800 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN725 JLK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 62,800 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2025 61,550 miles

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 15 Feb 2025 61,550 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 59,193 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2023 56,636 miles

Nearside Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit uneven pad wear (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Feb 2022 54,802 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 52,891 miles

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements rear brake operation (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Feb 2021 52,891 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements rear brake operation (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 51,545 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Jan 2019 48,688 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 47,746 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

clutch fluid reservoir low

Pass 25 Jan 2017 44,574 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 44,367 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 42,439 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 40,159 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 38,377 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 38,376 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2012 34,565 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 31,537 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 28,820 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 23,158 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 19,577 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 18,009 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 17,271 miles

Rear 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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N725 JLK is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N725 JLK, 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 N725 JLK registered?

N725 JLK is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 4 June 1996.

Is N725 JLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for N725 JLK shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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