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R272 YNO

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

31,253 mi
Last recorded31,253 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR272 YNO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 31,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 18 Jul 2026 31,253 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements small (0.1 (d))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jul 2025 30,875 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 30,467 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 30,179 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 29,820 miles

Nearside Front position lamp not working

Pass 19 Jul 2021 29,152 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front position lamp not working

Fail 19 Jul 2021 29,152 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Front position lamp not working

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 20 Jul 2020 28,436 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 26,862 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 24,037 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2017 22,156 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 20,597 miles

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 20,567 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 20,531 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 20,234 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 18,151 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 15,105 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 12,505 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2008 11,387 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 9,780 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2006 8,416 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2006 8,416 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Fail 3 Aug 2005 7,346 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2005 7,346 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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R272 YNO is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 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 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 R272 YNO, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R272 YNO registered?

R272 YNO is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R272 YNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R272 YNO shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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