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R729 YOW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

22,343 mi
Last recorded22,343 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR729 YOW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2019 22,343 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 22,257 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 21,689 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 20,681 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 19,647 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 18,480 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 18,225 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 18,225 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2011 16,595 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 15,727 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 16 Sep 2010 15,701 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 4 Sep 2009 14,494 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 12,640 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2007 9,655 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 8,745 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2005 6,131 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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R729 YOW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R729 YOW, 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 R729 YOW registered?

R729 YOW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 7 October 1997.

Is R729 YOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R729 YOW shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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