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N778 NBW

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

76,028 mi
Last recorded76,028 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2023
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN778 NBW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2023 76,028 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2022 75,880 miles

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

Pass 22 Oct 2020 75,642 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 75,628 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Pass 2 Apr 2019 74,013 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2016 73,086 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 72,987 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 68,015 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2012 63,176 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 58,689 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 54,591 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Rear seat unit broken and loose

Pass 27 Jun 2009 49,799 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 49,795 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2006 49,696 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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N778 NBW is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 N778 NBW, 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.

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What year was N778 NBW registered?

N778 NBW is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 20 June 1996.

Is N778 NBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N778 NBW shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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