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R423 SWR

1998 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

20,500 mi
Last recorded20,500 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750F33,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR423 SWR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 20,500 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 18,809 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 18,150 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 18,041 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 17,931 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2020 17,931 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 17,660 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 17,112 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 16,563 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 16,563 miles

Registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 16,267 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 15,532 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 15,050 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 14,302 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 13,953 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 13,413 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 12,783 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 11,795 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 10,811 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 9,545 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 9,539 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2005 8,734 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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R423 SWR is a 1998 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 33,295 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 R423 SWR, 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 28 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 R423 SWR registered?

R423 SWR is a 1998 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is R423 SWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R423 SWR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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