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R56 YAJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

14,576 mi
Last recorded14,576 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR56 YAJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 24 Sep 2025 14,576 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 13,353 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 9,831 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 9,816 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2016 9,803 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 9,752 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 9,625 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 9,397 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 9,017 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 8,318 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 7,640 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 7,398 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2005 6,290 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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R56 YAJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 R56 YAJ, 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 R56 YAJ registered?

R56 YAJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R56 YAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R56 YAJ shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R56 YAJ have outstanding finance?

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