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R490 BVV

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,220 mi
Last recorded35,220 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR490 BVV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 35,220 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 34,404 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2023 34,404 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 32,646 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 29,858 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 29,279 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 28,021 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly kinked (3.2.B3a)

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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R490 BVV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 R490 BVV, 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

How do I check the history of R490 BVV?

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What year was R490 BVV registered?

R490 BVV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is R490 BVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R490 BVV shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R490 BVV have outstanding finance?

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