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R283 WJN

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,358 mi
Last recorded37,358 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR283 WJN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 37,358 miles

No lights fitted at time of test,motorcycle for use in daylight hours only.

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 31,866 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2012 31,840 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 31,745 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2010 31,610 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 31,375 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 30,811 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 29,367 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2005 28,013 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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R283 WJN is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 R283 WJN, 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 R283 WJN registered?

R283 WJN is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R283 WJN safe to buy?

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