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R631 YOW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

74,102 mi
Last recorded74,102 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR631 YOW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2025 74,102 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 68,376 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 64,114 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Mar 2023 64,114 miles

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Mar 2022 61,023 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 60,134 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 58,545 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 58,545 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 56,332 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2019 56,332 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2015 55,920 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 52,450 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 46,749 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2013 46,736 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 40,129 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 35,779 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 33,759 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 31,146 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 30,621 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 29,204 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2006 26,660 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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R631 YOW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R631 YOW, 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 R631 YOW registered?

R631 YOW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is R631 YOW safe to buy?

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