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R54 FFV

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,955 mi
Last recorded39,955 miles
Recorded on23 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 FFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2016 39,955 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 38,732 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 38,661 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 37,659 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 37,003 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 36,370 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2010 3,367 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 32,098 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 29,818 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 22 Feb 2007 28,397 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2007 28,397 miles

Rear Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 24,644 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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R54 FFV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 R54 FFV, 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

How do I check the history of R54 FFV?

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What year was R54 FFV registered?

R54 FFV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R54 FFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 FFV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R54 FFV have outstanding finance?

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