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R289 BVC

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2025
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,825 mi
Last recorded63,825 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 BVC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 10 Jun 2024 63,825 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 62,927 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2022 62,588 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 61,851 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 61,670 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 61,520 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2016 60,333 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2015 59,987 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 6 May 2014 59,658 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 57,137 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 55,611 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 53,719 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 50,032 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 39,768 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 28,647 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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R289 BVC is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green 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 R289 BVC, 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 R289 BVC registered?

R289 BVC is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 14 November 1997.

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