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R516 KFV

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,730 mi
Last recorded37,730 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR516 KFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 37,730 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 34,549 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 52,344 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 30,597 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 29,853 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 29,399 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2020 29,399 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 28,623 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 27,592 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 27,193 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2015 26,719 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 26,384 miles

Rear Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 1 May 2013 25,948 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 25,069 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 24,093 miles

slight binding on front brakes

Pass 7 May 2009 22,959 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 7 May 2009 22,959 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 21,402 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 20,069 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2006 20,069 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2005 17,601 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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R516 KFV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 R516 KFV, 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.

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What year was R516 KFV registered?

R516 KFV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R516 KFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R516 KFV shows 21 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.

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