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R169 UUJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

46,611 mi
Last recorded46,611 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR169 UUJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 46,611 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2024 43,169 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 43,169 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 38,504 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 38,185 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 34,265 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2021 34,265 miles

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 29,308 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2019 23,737 miles

Lower Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 23,497 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 23,495 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock is sticking on (2.1.4)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 23,446 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 23,353 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 23,267 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 22,966 miles

slight movement in nearside sub frame

Pass 26 Mar 2011 21,790 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 20,891 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 20,843 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2007 20,721 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2007 20,721 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2006 20,515 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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R169 UUJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R169 UUJ, 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 R169 UUJ registered?

R169 UUJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R169 UUJ safe to buy?

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