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R531 VLT

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,099 mi
Last recorded37,099 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR531 VLT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 37,099 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 36,582 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre is just over 1mm in places (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 May 2024 36,085 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 35,738 miles

Nearside Front Indicator switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 34,799 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 34,080 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 33,468 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 32,999 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 32,657 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 32,310 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 30,005 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 28,913 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 10 Sep 2010 26,874 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 25,373 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 23,489 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 22,033 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 20,182 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2005 18,822 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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R531 VLT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R531 VLT, 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 R531 VLT registered?

R531 VLT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R531 VLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R531 VLT shows 18 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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