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R373 KNW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,842 mi
Last recorded20,842 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR373 KNW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 20,842 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 20,831 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2025 20,562 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 20,500 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 21,989 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

front spokes slightly loose x2

front wheel bearings slightly rough

Pass 12 Jul 2018 20,132 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 20,062 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 19,539 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 19,539 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2015 19,075 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 18,789 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 18,388 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 17,880 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 17,179 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 27,102 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 14,335 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 9,544 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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R373 KNW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R373 KNW, 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 R373 KNW registered?

R373 KNW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R373 KNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R373 KNW shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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