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R73 TYA

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

44,829 mi
Last recorded44,829 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR73 TYA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 44,829 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Jul 2026 44,792 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jul 2025 43,433 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 41,979 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 40,266 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 38,759 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2021 36,856 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 35,660 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 34,579 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 32,603 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 30,540 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jul 2016 28,912 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 26,464 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 25,027 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 24,180 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 23,273 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 22,480 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 21,519 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 20,463 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2008 19,020 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 17,979 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 16,362 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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R73 TYA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green 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 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 R73 TYA, 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 R73 TYA registered?

R73 TYA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R73 TYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R73 TYA 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.

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