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R383 YJV

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

109,925 mi
Last recorded109,925 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR383 YJV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2019 109,925 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 109,229 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Aug 2018 109,185 miles

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 108,365 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 107,365 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 29 Jun 2016 107,350 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 6 Jun 2015 106,592 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 104,326 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2013 98,910 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 95,239 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2011 88,563 miles

Oil leak

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 78,899 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 66,666 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 51,239 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2007 36,147 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 35,832 miles

front tyre out of profile

steering head bearings slightly notchy

Pass 24 Jun 2006 33,686 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

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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R383 YJV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green 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 R383 YJV, 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 R383 YJV registered?

R383 YJV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 9 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R383 YJV 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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