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R54 SKW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

24,933 mi
Last recorded24,933 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 SKW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 24,933 miles
Pass 20 May 2022 24,650 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 24,280 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 24,044 miles

handlebar grips flexing

Fail 19 Feb 2020 24,029 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 23,305 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 22,726 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 22,025 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 21,205 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2015 20,692 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2014 19,881 miles

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

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

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 19,881 miles

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

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

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 19,466 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 19,115 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 16,735 miles

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

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

throttle slightly stiff due to heated bar grips

Pass 19 Aug 2009 17,443 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2008 16,261 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 14,997 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2006 12,926 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 10,295 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 SKW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SKW, 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 R54 SKW registered?

R54 SKW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 2 August 1997.

Is R54 SKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 SKW shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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