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R717 BHT

1997 Honda Vfr 750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

6,891 mi
Last recorded6,891 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr 75027,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR717 BHT
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 6,891 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 4,082 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 29,251 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2016 29,241 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2012 28,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Head light cut off

Rear hugger loose

Pass 9 Nov 2010 28,972 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 9 Nov 2010 28,972 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2009 28,788 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 28,498 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 28,193 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 27,759 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 750?

Based on 2,159 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
679
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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R717 BHT is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 27,908 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R717 BHT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R717 BHT registered?

R717 BHT is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R717 BHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R717 BHT shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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