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R31 VLP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

53,512 mi
Last recorded53,512 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR31 VLP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2021 53,512 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 52,850 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2020 52,850 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 51,779 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2018 53,798 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2018 53,798 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2017 52,429 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 52,429 miles

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

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 5 Aug 2016 50,340 miles

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

dash warning lights faulty (coverd with tape)

Fail 27 Jul 2016 50,303 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

dash warning lights faulty (coverd with tape)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 42,872 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2015 42,845 miles

Offside Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 34,851 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 33,394 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 30,120 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2010 29,943 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2009 29,393 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 29,269 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 29,090 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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R31 VLP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R31 VLP, 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 R31 VLP registered?

R31 VLP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 12 August 1997.

Is R31 VLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R31 VLP shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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