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R718 KUT

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,738 mi
Last recorded96,738 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR718 KUT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 96,738 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 96,584 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 96,298 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 96,136 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 96,123 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 95,864 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 95,526 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 95,281 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 95,281 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 21 Apr 2010 95,112 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 21 Apr 2010 95,112 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 93,766 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2009 93,766 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 1 Sep 2007 92,784 miles

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

Pass 9 Sep 2006 91,521 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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R718 KUT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R718 KUT, 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 R718 KUT registered?

R718 KUT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 4 September 1997.

Is R718 KUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R718 KUT shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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