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N970 GVT

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

18,704 mi
Last recorded18,704 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN970 GVT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2025 18,704 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 18,556 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 18,450 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 17,417 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2021 16,959 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 16,882 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 16,844 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 16,800 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 16,502 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 16,284 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 16,082 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 16,018 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 15,997 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 15,858 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 15,840 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 15,589 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 15,589 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2008 15,367 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2007 14,786 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 14,267 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 13,690 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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N970 GVT is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 N970 GVT, 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 N970 GVT registered?

N970 GVT is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 4 March 1996.

Is N970 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N970 GVT shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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