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R471 TLH

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

68,647 mi
Last recorded68,647 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR471 TLH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 68,647 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2026 68,647 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2025 68,035 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2024 66,926 miles

Chain guard missing

Pass 2 Sep 2022 66,861 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 64,802 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 63,115 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 62,721 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 62,717 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 61,697 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 61,629 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 61,170 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 61,165 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 60,856 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 60,169 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 29 May 2012 60,169 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 59,867 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 59,197 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 55,624 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 51,604 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 49,144 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 43,641 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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R471 TLH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 31,170 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 R471 TLH, 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 29 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 R471 TLH registered?

R471 TLH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R471 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R471 TLH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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