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R751 ANB

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

65,427 mi
Last recorded65,427 miles
Recorded on21 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR751 ANB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2025 65,427 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 63,616 miles
Fail 21 May 2024 63,616 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2023 62,930 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 61,484 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 60,357 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2021 60,357 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 59,493 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 59,493 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Jun 2019 59,055 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 58,193 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2014 55,682 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2014 55,682 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2013 53,267 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2012 51,084 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 51,084 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 48,523 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 45,296 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 45,296 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 41,778 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2008 38,942 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 35,782 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 32,506 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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R751 ANB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 R751 ANB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R751 ANB registered?

R751 ANB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 23 September 1997.

Is R751 ANB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R751 ANB shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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