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R256 FUP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2015
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,691 mi
Last recorded50,691 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 FUP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 Mar 2014 50,691 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 47,920 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 43,495 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 40,831 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 16 Jun 2009 37,093 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 35,061 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 32,142 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 29,315 miles

rear sub frame slight corrostion

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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R256 FUP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R256 FUP, 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 R256 FUP registered?

R256 FUP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is R256 FUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 FUP shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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