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N975 YMS

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

41,570 mi
Last recorded41,570 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN975 YMS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 41,570 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2025 41,305 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 41,059 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2023 40,591 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 40,575 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 40,384 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn to 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 38,696 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 37,455 miles

Slight bind on front brake.

Pass 21 May 2014 36,650 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 16 May 2013 34,926 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 34,584 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 34,584 miles

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 33,118 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2008 32,593 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 32,176 miles
Pass 7 May 2005 30,167 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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N975 YMS is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 N975 YMS, 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 N975 YMS registered?

N975 YMS is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 5 June 1996.

Is N975 YMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for N975 YMS shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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