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R461 GCG

1998 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

52,734 mi
Last recorded52,734 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2015
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750F33,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR461 GCG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2015 52,734 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Jul 2014 48,063 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2014 48,063 miles

Front Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2011 40,430 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 33,258 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 27,827 miles

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

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 22 May 2008 24,106 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 4,058 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 2,874 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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R461 GCG is a 1998 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R461 GCG, 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.

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What year was R461 GCG registered?

R461 GCG is a 1998 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 22 February 1998.

Is R461 GCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R461 GCG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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