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R599 TAU

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,026 mi
Last recorded23,026 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR599 TAU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2026 23,026 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 23,023 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 22,852 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 22,669 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rusty/corroded (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 May 2021 22,558 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2019 22,063 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 21,837 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 20,499 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 20,005 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 19,477 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 19,167 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 18,756 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 18,043 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 16,761 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 15,339 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 13,696 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 12,731 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 10,444 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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R599 TAU is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 R599 TAU, 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 R599 TAU registered?

R599 TAU is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R599 TAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R599 TAU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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