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R253 DRP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,462 mi
Last recorded20,462 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 DRP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2011 20,462 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 20,455 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 20,427 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Mar 2007 19,119 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 18,627 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 18,627 miles

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

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (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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R253 DRP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 R253 DRP, 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 R253 DRP registered?

R253 DRP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R253 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R253 DRP shows 6 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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