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N97 RFP

1996 Honda VFR750F

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,499 mi
Last recorded35,499 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN97 RFP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 35,499 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear slight play at rear shock absorber top mount

Pass 15 Apr 2016 34,849 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

slight play in rear shocker top mount

Pass 21 Aug 2014 34,827 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 8 May 2013 34,215 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 29,993 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2012 29,991 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 29 Apr 2011 27,462 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 27,397 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 21,872 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 20,425 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 18,946 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2006 17,431 miles

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

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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N97 RFP is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N97 RFP, 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 N97 RFP registered?

N97 RFP is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N97 RFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N97 RFP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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