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R637 TLW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,208 mi
Last recorded49,208 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR637 TLW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 49,208 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 48,603 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2023 48,306 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 48,158 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 47,648 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 47,115 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 47,115 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 46,592 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Apr 2012 46,200 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 45,512 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 42,957 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 41,388 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 41,374 miles

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

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

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

bottom of number plate cut down

Pass 15 Aug 2006 34,595 miles

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

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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R637 TLW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R637 TLW, 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 R637 TLW registered?

R637 TLW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R637 TLW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R637 TLW shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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