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R27 YCH

1998 Honda VFR750

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,761 mi
Last recorded49,761 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR75039,861 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 YCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 49,761 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 19 May 2026 49,739 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 49,460 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 49,314 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 49,276 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 48,426 miles
Fail 24 May 2016 48,426 miles

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2015 47,209 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 44,003 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 43,304 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 43,293 miles

Nearside Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Offside Front Brake cylinder severely corroded (3.2.B1b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 39,140 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 36,368 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 14 Sep 2010 36,234 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 33,475 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2008 30,571 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 28,302 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 28,242 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 25,792 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2005 23,268 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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R27 YCH is a 1998 Honda VFR750 in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 39,861 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 R27 YCH, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R27 YCH registered?

R27 YCH is a 1998 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 June 1998.

Is R27 YCH safe to buy?

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