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R147 BBU

1998 Honda VFR750R

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2021
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

33,555 mi
Last recorded33,555 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750R35,794 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 BBU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 33,555 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 33,555 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2019 33,177 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 32,896 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 32,392 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 31,439 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 29,735 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 29,659 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 28,489 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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R147 BBU is a 1998 Honda VFR750R in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 35,794 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R147 BBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R147 BBU registered?

R147 BBU is a 1998 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 1 January 1998.

Is R147 BBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 BBU shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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