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R522 NTS

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

32,870 mi
Last recorded32,870 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR522 NTS
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2018 32,870 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2018 32,850 miles

Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded Calipers (3.2.A1h)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 32,829 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 32,809 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 32,753 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 32,753 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 32,698 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 32,698 miles

Centre Motorcycle structure cracked (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 32,686 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 32,670 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2012 32,670 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe union leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2011 32,578 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 32,448 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 32,372 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 32,280 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 32,240 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 32,200 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 32,197 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2006 32,155 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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R522 NTS is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 R522 NTS, 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 R522 NTS registered?

R522 NTS is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R522 NTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R522 NTS shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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