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R708 ESX

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

72,133 mi
Last recorded72,133 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR708 ESX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 72,133 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 65,033 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2025 65,025 miles

Rear Drive chain so loose it is likely to fail and hub loose (6.1.7 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2024 54,178 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 51,586 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 49,224 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 47,412 miles

Front very slight roughness at front hub

Pass 3 Aug 2020 46,716 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 46,345 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 45,273 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 44,215 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 42,521 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 38,028 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 37,358 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 33,016 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 24,590 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 16,747 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 15,304 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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R708 ESX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R708 ESX, 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 R708 ESX registered?

R708 ESX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R708 ESX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R708 ESX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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