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R24 WHL

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2023
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

59,788 mi
Last recorded59,788 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR24 WHL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2022 59,788 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 59,189 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2021 59,189 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Fail 27 Apr 2021 59,189 miles

Clutch lever bent so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn to excess (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

1 Sprocket bolt has no locking device

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

Nearside Gear pedel bent

Offside Offside drivers footrest half missing

Rear Rear tyre very low on pressure

Pass 28 Jul 2017 59,188 miles

Front side light not working

Fail 30 Jun 2017 59,188 miles

Chain guard insecure AND CRACKED (6.2.1c)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front side light not working

Pass 12 Jun 2014 59,188 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 12 Jun 2014 59,188 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 58,877 miles

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 9 Sep 2011 57,496 miles

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

Fail 27 May 2011 57,478 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 54,138 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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R24 WHL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 R24 WHL, 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 R24 WHL registered?

R24 WHL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 14 October 1997.

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The MOT history for R24 WHL shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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