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N947 BWY

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

44,894 mi
Last recorded44,894 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN947 BWY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 44,894 miles
Pass 24 May 2025 44,830 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 44,587 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 44,383 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 May 2022 44,151 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 44,024 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 43,942 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 43,941 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 43,709 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 43,559 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2016 43,508 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 43,419 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2014 43,364 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2013 43,108 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 42,768 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 42,455 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 41,876 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 26 May 2009 40,767 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 38,714 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 38,714 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2007 36,280 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 32,042 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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N947 BWY is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 N947 BWY, 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 N947 BWY registered?

N947 BWY is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N947 BWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for N947 BWY shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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