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R634 EVL

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

67,805 mi
Last recorded67,805 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR634 EVL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 67,805 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

both tyres flat

Fail 27 Jul 2026 67,805 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

both tyres flat

Pass 7 Jul 2025 67,148 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

rear tyre manufactured 2009

Pass 4 Jul 2024 64,895 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 63,233 miles

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

oil leak from front of engine (rocker cover)

throttle does not return smoothly

Fail 15 Jun 2023 63,233 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

oil leak from front of engine (rocker cover)

throttle does not return smoothly

Pass 1 Apr 2022 59,058 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced oil cooler pipes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

oil leaks from engine rocker cover / right side cover.

Pass 1 Apr 2021 54,650 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2020 52,011 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2020 52,011 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 48,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2019 48,450 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 46,211 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front tyre worn uneven (4.1.3(ii))

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 43,625 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Aug 2015 41,495 miles

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

Handle bars slightly misaligned

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

Pass 25 Oct 2014 40,575 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 May 2014 39,183 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 6 Oct 2012 36,591 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2011 34,293 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 33,459 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2010 33,450 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2007 30,022 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2006 27,816 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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R634 EVL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 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 R634 EVL, 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.

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What year was R634 EVL registered?

R634 EVL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R634 EVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R634 EVL shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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