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R724 BTU

1997 Honda Vfr

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

30,439 mi
Last recorded30,439 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR724 BTU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 30,439 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2026 30,439 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 May 2025 30,412 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 30,313 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 30,175 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 30,146 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 29,862 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 29,022 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 28,846 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 28,784 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 28,580 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 28,140 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 27,456 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 27,018 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 26,502 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 26,063 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 25,542 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 25,038 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 24,584 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 23,174 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 22,121 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 20,342 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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R724 BTU is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R724 BTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R724 BTU?

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What year was R724 BTU registered?

R724 BTU is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R724 BTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R724 BTU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R724 BTU have outstanding finance?

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