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R289 DRP

1997 Honda VF750C

Purple Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,505 mi
Last recorded28,505 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VF750C19,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR289 DRP
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 28,505 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 26,689 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 25,127 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 22,866 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 22,866 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 20,607 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2022 20,607 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 18,975 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 17,071 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 16,179 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2017 15,080 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 13,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Jul 2016 13,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 12,651 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 9,745 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 8,427 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 8,425 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 28 May 2013 8,387 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

drive chain + sprocket dry

Pass 2 Apr 2012 8,092 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 7,578 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 7,074 miles

front tyre has 2mm of tread left.

Pass 25 Mar 2009 5,178 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750C?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 428 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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R289 DRP is a 1997 Honda VF750C in Purple with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,651 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 VF750C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R289 DRP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750C typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R289 DRP registered?

R289 DRP is a 1997 Honda VF750C, first registered on 30 November 1997.

Is R289 DRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R289 DRP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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