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R745 ANC

1997 Honda VFR750R

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

48,566 mi
Last recorded48,566 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750R29,986 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR745 ANC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 48,566 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2026 48,545 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation Switch intermittently not working (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jan 2025 47,460 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 47,155 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 46,756 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2023 46,718 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Feb 2022 46,335 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Close on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 46,083 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 45,595 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 45,287 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2017 44,818 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 44,428 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 43,142 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 43,095 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 42,335 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 41,008 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 40,012 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 38,810 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 38,786 miles

Rear Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 37,236 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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R745 ANC is a 1997 Honda VFR750R in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 29,986 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 VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R745 ANC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R745 ANC registered?

R745 ANC is a 1997 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R745 ANC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R745 ANC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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