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R524 YVG

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 743cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

48,193 mi
Last recorded48,193 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR524 YVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine743cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 48,193 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 5 Oct 2021 48,193 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 47,977 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 47,544 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 46,543 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 45,535 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 44,526 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2013 42,123 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 40,828 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 40,470 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 38,940 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2010 38,933 miles

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 13 Jan 2009 38,187 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 37,204 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 36,514 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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R524 YVG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 743cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 R524 YVG, 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 R524 YVG registered?

R524 YVG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is R524 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R524 YVG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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