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N991 BBD

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

36,592 mi
Last recorded36,592 miles
Recorded on15 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN991 BBD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2025 36,592 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 35,049 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 33,062 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 31,412 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 28,672 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 25,774 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2011 24,344 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 22,117 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2011 22,114 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 4 Mar 2009 21,203 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 20,782 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2007 18,618 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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N991 BBD is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Red 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 N991 BBD, 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 N991 BBD registered?

N991 BBD is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 24 April 1996.

Is N991 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N991 BBD 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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