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R803 MRE

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,192 mi
Last recorded50,192 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR803 MRE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 50,192 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 49,594 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2023 48,350 miles

Brake lever fouls fairing on extreme lock

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

exhaust clamp corroded through but pipe is secure and no leak of exhaust gases

Pass 31 Jul 2022 47,352 miles

Revs rise slightly on full lock

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2021 47,053 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 46,180 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2019 44,726 miles

Chain rivet link pins split but secure

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

Slight increase in idle speed on full lock

Pass 8 Apr 2018 43,109 miles

Chain connecting link fractured slightly

Pass 18 Mar 2017 40,945 miles

Drive chain connecting-link rivets split (x2)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 39,608 miles

Front wheel bearings slightly rough

Pass 7 Apr 2015 39,475 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 38,692 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 37,728 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 37,272 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 33,612 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 29,830 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2007 29,730 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Apr 2007 29,730 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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R803 MRE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 R803 MRE, 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 R803 MRE registered?

R803 MRE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 29 December 1997.

Is R803 MRE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R803 MRE shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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