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R503 STF

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,557 mi
Last recorded65,557 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR503 STF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 65,557 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 65,557 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 63,345 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 62,974 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2014 58,775 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 30 May 2013 55,544 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 97,667 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 89,984 miles

Rear position lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 May 2010 68,907 miles

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 60,500 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 56,727 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 56,727 miles

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

Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 50,708 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 50,681 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 50,679 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2006 44,477 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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R503 STF is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 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 VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R503 STF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R503 STF registered?

R503 STF is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is R503 STF safe to buy?

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