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N784 YAU

1996 Honda VFR750R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

53,787 mi
Last recorded53,787 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750R38,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN784 YAU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 53,787 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2025 52,437 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 11 Mar 2025 52,428 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls not operating when the rear brake is applied (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 51,764 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 47,110 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 41,628 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2021 41,347 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 41,056 miles

Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Nov 2018 40,545 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 37,849 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 37,311 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 37,281 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 35,959 miles
Fail 9 May 2010 35,959 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 2 May 2009 33,472 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 30,772 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 30,127 miles
Pass 14 May 2006 29,628 miles
Fail 14 May 2006 29,628 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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N784 YAU is a 1996 Honda VFR750R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 38,276 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N784 YAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VFR750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N784 YAU registered?

N784 YAU is a 1996 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 4 March 1996.

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