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R296 YJC

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

14,573 mi
Last recorded14,573 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR296 YJC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 14,573 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 14,475 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 14,196 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 14,132 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 13,836 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 13,836 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 13,805 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 13,697 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 13,603 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 13,545 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 13,401 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 13,158 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 13,004 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 12,995 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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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R296 YJC is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R296 YJC, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R296 YJC?

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What year was R296 YJC registered?

R296 YJC is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R296 YJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R296 YJC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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