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R124 TLX

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

72,179 mi
Last recorded72,179 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR124 TLX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2019 72,179 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2018 72,070 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 1 Jul 2016 71,861 miles

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2015 71,336 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 67,720 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 62,219 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 62,217 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2012 56,716 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2011 52,856 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 48,989 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 43,503 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 42,502 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 38,589 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 33,488 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 27,239 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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R124 TLX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R124 TLX, 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 R124 TLX registered?

R124 TLX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 13 August 1997.

Is R124 TLX safe to buy?

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