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N997 BBD

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

21,801 mi
Last recorded21,801 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN997 BBD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 21,801 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 21,745 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 21,714 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 21,690 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 21,663 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 21,651 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 21,577 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 21,491 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 21,474 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated down pipes (7.1.1a)

Fail 25 Mar 2015 21,413 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2015 21,413 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Oct 2013 21,370 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 1 Oct 2012 21,349 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Fail 28 Mar 2012 21,287 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 21,043 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 20,470 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2009 20,470 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 29 May 2008 20,153 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 19,861 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 19,611 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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N997 BBD is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 N997 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.

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What year was N997 BBD registered?

N997 BBD is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 14 May 1996.

Is N997 BBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N997 BBD shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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