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R401 FAP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

22,445 mi
Last recorded22,445 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR401 FAP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2012 22,445 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2011 22,266 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 21,904 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2010 21,904 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 21,780 miles

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

Pass 20 Oct 2007 21,595 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 20,862 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 10 Oct 2006 20,849 miles

Nearside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Offside Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2005 19,496 miles

Front Brake component is slightly corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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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R401 FAP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 R401 FAP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R401 FAP registered?

R401 FAP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R401 FAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R401 FAP shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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