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R266 TKL

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,961 mi
Last recorded25,961 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR266 TKL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 27 Mar 2026 25,961 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 25,720 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 19 May 2021 25,427 miles

advised minor exhaust blow

Pass 8 Jun 2019 25,330 miles

advised slight exhaust blow

advised slight notchy headbearings

Pass 12 Jun 2018 25,223 miles

advised exhaust minnor exhaust blow

Pass 4 Apr 2017 25,036 miles

advised exhaust rusty slight blow

Pass 7 Apr 2016 24,792 miles

advised exhaust minor blow rusty

advised slight notchy head baering

Pass 13 Apr 2015 24,558 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 24,352 miles

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

Oil leaking on rear hose from scotoiller

Pass 12 Jul 2012 23,772 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 11 Jul 2011 23,384 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 10 Jul 2010 23,193 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 22,609 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2008 21,925 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 20,795 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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R266 TKL 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 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 R266 TKL, 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 R266 TKL registered?

R266 TKL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 13 October 1997.

Is R266 TKL safe to buy?

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