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R51 CGX

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

61,903 mi
Last recorded61,903 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR51 CGX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2015 61,903 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 61,344 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 59,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jan 2012 57,805 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2012 57,805 miles

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

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

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2011 54,169 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 50,858 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear brake slightly binding

Pass 15 Jul 2008 45,766 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2008 45,720 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 13 Jul 2007 39,481 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 36,709 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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R51 CGX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 R51 CGX, 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 R51 CGX registered?

R51 CGX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R51 CGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R51 CGX shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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