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R188 HRG

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,867 mi
Last recorded52,867 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR188 HRG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 52,867 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2025 52,867 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 52,859 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 52,558 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 52,558 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2022 52,282 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 52,119 miles
Fail 10 May 2021 52,106 miles

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn disc damaged on outer face edge (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2020 50,765 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 50,739 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

Pass 18 May 2009 50,739 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 49,327 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 42,690 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2007 42,252 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 13 May 2006 27,969 miles

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

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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R188 HRG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R188 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.

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What year was R188 HRG registered?

R188 HRG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R188 HRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R188 HRG shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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