MOT Status
ValidMileage
28,505 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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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))
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))
Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
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))
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
drive chain + sprocket dry
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
front tyre has 2mm of tread left.
How Reliable is the Honda VF750C?
Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 428 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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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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