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R128 NSP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

21,770 mi
Last recorded21,770 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR128 NSP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 21 Apr 2026 21,770 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 20,979 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 20,506 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 19,845 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 19,755 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 19,541 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 19,392 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 19,296 miles

Headbearings slightly notchy

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 19,226 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 19,161 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 19,058 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 18,651 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Freeplay at throttle

Pass 23 Jul 2013 18,308 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 18,052 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2011 16,840 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 15,367 miles

rear tyre wear

Pass 22 Jul 2009 13,199 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 12,062 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 11,155 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 10,165 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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R128 NSP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R128 NSP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R128 NSP registered?

R128 NSP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R128 NSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R128 NSP shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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