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R496 SCH

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,114 mi
Last recorded56,114 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR496 SCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 56,114 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2025 56,010 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 53,741 miles

Rear tyre cut in tread depth

Fail 15 Aug 2022 53,739 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure silencer insecure on hanger (6.1.2 (a))

Rear tyre cut in tread depth

Pass 26 Feb 2021 53,566 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 53,333 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 May 2017 53,129 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey clamp to rear silencer (7.1.1b)

Pass 15 Jul 2014 51,515 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 50,845 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 50,521 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2012 50,521 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 48,960 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 44,000 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2008 39,831 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2007 38,423 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 37,592 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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R496 SCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R496 SCH, 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 R496 SCH registered?

R496 SCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R496 SCH safe to buy?

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