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R113 ABA

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

35,004 mi
Last recorded35,004 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR113 ABA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 35,004 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 31,178 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 23,802 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 21,468 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 17 May 2022 20,131 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 19,308 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 19,278 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 18,982 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 18,639 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 18,462 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 17,672 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 16,529 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 17 May 2011

Rear Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 13 May 2010 15,604 miles

low beam headlight has been masked, this must stop on the motorcycle

Fail 13 May 2010 15,604 miles

Front Lower Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2009 15,096 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 14,559 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 13,322 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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R113 ABA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 R113 ABA, 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 R113 ABA registered?

R113 ABA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R113 ABA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R113 ABA shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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