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R591 STP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jul 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

37,853 mi
Last recorded37,853 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR591 STP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 37,853 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 37,629 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 36,735 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 35,457 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 34,996 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2022 34,996 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2021 34,639 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 32,633 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2018 31,544 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2017 28,049 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2016 22,302 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 15,237 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 15,048 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 15,025 miles

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

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

Pass 20 May 2006 14,873 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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R591 STP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 R591 STP, 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 R591 STP registered?

R591 STP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R591 STP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R591 STP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R591 STP have outstanding finance?

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