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R79 YOW

1997 Honda Vfr 750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2022
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

23,089 mi
Last recorded23,089 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr 75027,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR79 YOW
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2021 23,089 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 23,079 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 23,012 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 23,012 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Jun 2016 23,007 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 22,025 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 20,670 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2013 20,670 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 750?

Based on 2,159 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
679
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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R79 YOW is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 Vfr 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R79 YOW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R79 YOW registered?

R79 YOW is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750, first registered on 3 October 1997.

Is R79 YOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R79 YOW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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