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R699 VLR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

31,783 mi
Last recorded31,783 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR699 VLR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Nov 2023 31,783 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 31,496 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 31,363 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 31,166 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2019 30,348 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 29,596 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 28,864 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 28,139 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 26,609 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2014 24,724 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 23,417 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 22,127 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 19,552 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2010 17,475 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 15,881 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 12 Jan 2008 14,919 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 13,387 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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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R699 VLR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R699 VLR, 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 R699 VLR registered?

R699 VLR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R699 VLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R699 VLR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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