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R578 YAR

1998 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

27,255 mi
Last recorded27,255 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750F33,295 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR578 YAR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 27,255 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2024 26,023 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 25,384 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 24,763 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 24,332 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 23,944 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 23,311 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,781 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 Mar 2017 22,517 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear suspension slightly corroded (2.4.A.2d)

Pass 18 Mar 2016 21,874 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 21 Mar 2015 21,839 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 21,522 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 22 Mar 2014 21,522 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2013 21,360 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 21,286 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 21,058 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 20,260 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 19,763 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 19,493 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2007 19,243 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 15,837 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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R578 YAR is a 1998 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.1% with a typical mileage of 33,295 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 R578 YAR, 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 28 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 R578 YAR?

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What year was R578 YAR registered?

R578 YAR is a 1998 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 March 1998.

Is R578 YAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R578 YAR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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