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R154 HRG

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

64,199 mi
Last recorded64,199 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR154 HRG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2023 64,199 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer flange (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Feb 2023 64,199 miles

Front Tyre is unsuitable direction of tyre incorrect (5.2.3 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silencer flange (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 58,851 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 4 Feb 2022 58,851 miles

Fuel cap ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 1 Apr 2019 52,430 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 49,415 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 49,415 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 7 May 2015 47,427 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 47,427 miles

Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Rear Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 47,379 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 46,433 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 44,874 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 May 2011

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 5 May 2010 41,743 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 39,348 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 38,313 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2007 36,895 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 35,437 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2005 34,006 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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R154 HRG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R154 HRG, 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 R154 HRG registered?

R154 HRG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R154 HRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R154 HRG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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