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R143 SER

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

51,795 mi
Last recorded51,795 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR143 SER
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 51,795 miles

Nearside Rear brake hose close to wheel

Fail 11 Mar 2025 51,795 miles

Chain guard insecure (6.1.7 (i))

Nearside Rear brake hose close to wheel

Pass 7 Jun 2023 51,782 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 51,782 miles

Nearside Rear Brake component insecure Rear brake torque arm extremely loose (dangerous) (1.1.21 (c))

Offside Rear Footrest insecure Footrest hanger/exhaust bracket insecure to frame (6.2.12 (a))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Under size/wrong font & no inscription (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Mirror slightly loose

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported Rear brake hose not secure (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pedal has slight side movement indicating a worn pedal bearing or pivot Shims missing & circlip loose (1.1.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate lamp emitting incorrect colour light due to red LED tail light bulbs fitted

Rear Brake hose touching rear wheel

Pass 9 May 2022 51,692 miles

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 51,259 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 50,331 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 49,678 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play bottom shockabsorber (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 9 Mar 2018 49,678 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 49,225 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 26 Mar 2015 47,544 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2015 47,517 miles

Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2014 46,726 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 46,248 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 45,794 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 44,242 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2010 44,242 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 41,814 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 378,889 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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R143 SER is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R143 SER, 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 R143 SER registered?

R143 SER is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R143 SER safe to buy?

The MOT history for R143 SER shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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