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R309 PBM

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

53,809 mi
Last recorded53,809 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR309 PBM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2022 53,809 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 52,039 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2020 51,211 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 49,658 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 46,726 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Jun 2017 46,719 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Sep 2013 46,225 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 45,951 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 45,090 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 42,028 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 39,360 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 39,360 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 37,238 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 34,927 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

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

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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R309 PBM is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R309 PBM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R309 PBM registered?

R309 PBM is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 26 August 1997.

Is R309 PBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R309 PBM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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