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R45 DKX

1997 Honda VFR750

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

35,868 mi
Last recorded35,868 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR45 DKX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 35,868 miles
Fail 5 May 2026 35,867 miles

Rear Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

front tyre 2007

rear tyre 2000

Pass 31 May 2014 35,842 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 35,800 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 35,722 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 35,674 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 49,832 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2008 46,157 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 7 Jul 2007 45,112 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2007 45,112 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2006 38,093 miles

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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R45 DKX is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R45 DKX, 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

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What year was R45 DKX registered?

R45 DKX is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R45 DKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R45 DKX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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