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R655 UBW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,161 mi
Last recorded167,161 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR655 UBW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 21 Jul 2025 167,161 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 164,941 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Nov 2012 163,538 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2011 151,365 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 139,282 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 127,762 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 117,008 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

o/sandn.s/front/brake/hoses/unions/slightly/corroded

Pass 7 Nov 2007 104,462 miles

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint slightly worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 9 Nov 2006 91,809 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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R655 UBW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R655 UBW, 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 R655 UBW registered?

R655 UBW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 19 August 1997.

Is R655 UBW safe to buy?

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