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R472 TCW

1998 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

67,301 mi
Last recorded67,301 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750F33,295 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR472 TCW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2025 67,301 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2023 65,210 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 60,107 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 55,659 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 53,096 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 45,350 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 36,766 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 36,375 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 33,255 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 30,315 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2009 30,301 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 27,366 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 27,366 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 27,366 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2007 25,967 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 24,018 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 24,018 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

nail in tyre

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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R472 TCW is a 1998 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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

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 R472 TCW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R472 TCW registered?

R472 TCW is a 1998 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 28 April 1998.

Is R472 TCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R472 TCW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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