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R642 KHG

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,264 mi
Last recorded51,264 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR642 KHG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 51,264 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 50,790 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2024 50,790 miles

Nearside Front Handlebar so insecure it is likely to become detached (2.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Apr 2023 49,078 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil fork seal (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 45,022 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively new discs and pads fitted (1.2.1 (f))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2021 44,575 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively new pads and disks fitted (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front slow return on throttle (not sticking)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

Fail 15 Apr 2021 44,575 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively new pads and disks fitted (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front slow return on throttle (not sticking)

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

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

Pass 31 May 2019 44,017 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 43,882 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 43,871 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 43,853 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 43,853 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Wire trapped in lock stop - repositioned

Pass 18 May 2015 43,844 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 43,412 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 39,383 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 31,757 miles

front pads close to limit

Pass 20 Jun 2008 31,618 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 25,637 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 14,220 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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R642 KHG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 R642 KHG, 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 R642 KHG registered?

R642 KHG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 5 December 1997.

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