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R529 YVG

1997 Honda VFR750F

Black Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,935 mi
Last recorded29,935 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR529 YVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Mar 2025 29,935 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 29,893 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 29,557 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 28,947 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 28,277 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 27,715 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2014 27,501 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 26,236 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 24,462 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2010 22,883 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 21,591 miles

top box carrier frame mounting bolts loose/missing

Pass 23 May 2008 21,191 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 21,058 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 20,557 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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R529 YVG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Black with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R529 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 R529 YVG registered?

R529 YVG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 22 November 1997.

Is R529 YVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R529 YVG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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