CarVerify

Free Car Check

R445 SCH

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,433 mi
Last recorded49,433 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR445 SCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Jul 2026 49,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 48,906 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Jul 2024 47,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 44,846 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2022 41,357 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 40,563 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 38,661 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 36,730 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2017 35,702 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 33,175 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 30,357 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 28,042 miles

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 23 Jun 2012 24,829 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 22,763 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 18,269 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 13,637 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 6,708 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 1,061 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 15,927 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
Full Honda VFR750 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R445 SCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R445 SCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R445 SCH?

You can check the full history of R445 SCH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R445 SCH registered?

R445 SCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R445 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R445 SCH shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R445 SCH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R445 SCH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.