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R61 TYA

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,173 mi
Last recorded43,173 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 TYA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 43,173 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 43,008 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Apr 2018 43,008 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2017 42,363 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 41,196 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 31,619 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 30,055 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 27,351 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 14 May 2013 27,351 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 25,162 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2011 23,879 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 21,419 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 19,601 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 17,638 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 16,121 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 14,707 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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R61 TYA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R61 TYA, 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 R61 TYA registered?

R61 TYA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R61 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R61 TYA shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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