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R39 GUM

1997 Honda VFR750F

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,591 mi
Last recorded32,591 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 GUM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2013 32,591 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2012 29,011 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2011 27,242 miles
Fail 11 May 2011 27,236 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

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

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Fail 6 May 2010 21,630 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 May 2010 21,630 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 21,626 miles

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

Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 16,171 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 14,440 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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R39 GUM is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R39 GUM, 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 R39 GUM registered?

R39 GUM is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R39 GUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R39 GUM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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