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R301 VOR

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

61,818 mi
Last recorded61,818 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR301 VOR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2023 61,818 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 May 2019 61,788 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 61,620 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 60,964 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 59,703 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 54,383 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 50,845 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 46,203 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2010 40,693 miles

Offside Front Front wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 40,693 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 36,869 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 33,220 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 33,196 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 32,992 miles

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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R301 VOR is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 750cc 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 R301 VOR, 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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What year was R301 VOR registered?

R301 VOR is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R301 VOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R301 VOR 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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