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R103 FFE

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

46,156 mi
Last recorded46,156 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 FFE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2024 46,156 miles

Exhaust corroded

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jan 2024 46,156 miles

Exhaust corroded

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Swinging arm pivot (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2020 44,622 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 44,520 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 44,520 miles

Offside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 41,370 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 39,135 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 35,580 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 32,776 miles

front tyre tread depth 2mm

Pass 26 Aug 2008 28,686 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2008 28,686 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 11 Aug 2007 25,325 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 23,239 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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R103 FFE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 31,170 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 R103 FFE, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R103 FFE registered?

R103 FFE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R103 FFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R103 FFE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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