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R240 CVU

1998 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

47,002 mi
Last recorded47,002 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR75039,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR240 CVU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 47,002 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 46,127 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 44,796 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 43,937 miles

headlight masked level

Pass 5 Apr 2022 43,026 miles

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

Headlight kick-up to offside ; masked level.

Fail 5 Apr 2022 43,026 miles

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

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect Kick-up to offside;masked level (4.1.2 (c))

Headlight kick-up to offside ; masked level.

Pass 8 Apr 2021 42,335 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Headlight pattern kick-up to offside ; masked level

Pass 21 May 2020 40,950 miles

Headlight kick-up masked level

Pass 28 Mar 2019 34,840 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 38,757 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2017 37,838 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

headlight masker fitted at time of test

Pass 2 Mar 2016 36,968 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 35,614 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 34,772 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2013 34,014 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 32,555 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 31,864 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 31,601 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 29,144 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 28,572 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 27,882 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 26,905 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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R240 CVU is a 1998 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 39,861 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R240 CVU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R240 CVU?

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What year was R240 CVU registered?

R240 CVU is a 1998 Honda VFR750, first registered on 24 March 1998.

Is R240 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R240 CVU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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