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R31 DUB

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,414 mi
Last recorded66,414 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 DUB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 18 Oct 2025 66,414 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 63,456 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 61,556 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 61,471 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 60,699 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2019 59,640 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 56,379 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 53,859 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 48,225 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 47,484 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2008 45,716 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 44,098 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 43,927 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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R31 DUB is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R31 DUB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R31 DUB registered?

R31 DUB is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is R31 DUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 DUB shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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