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R305 SWL

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

47,302 mi
Last recorded47,302 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR305 SWL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2018 47,302 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2017 44,209 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 44,209 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 42,818 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 37,969 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2012 37,158 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 35,857 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 34,567 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Nail in rear tyre

back light has only one bulb working

Pass 12 May 2009 33,289 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 32,198 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 32,096 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2005 30,583 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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R305 SWL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 R305 SWL, 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 R305 SWL registered?

R305 SWL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R305 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R305 SWL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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