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R447 SCH

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

100,305 mi
Last recorded100,305 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR447 SCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2019 100,305 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 3 May 2016 90,496 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2014 68,896 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 55,127 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 52,021 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 49,462 miles

import h/lamp taped flattened beam pattern

Pass 21 May 2010 49,335 miles

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

rear suspension mono linkage corroaded

Fail 21 May 2010 49,315 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

rear suspension mono linkage corroaded

Pass 9 Aug 2008 46,443 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 37,746 miles

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 37,746 miles

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

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 29,647 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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
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R447 SCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R447 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.

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What year was R447 SCH registered?

R447 SCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 3 August 1997.

Is R447 SCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R447 SCH shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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