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R816 SNN

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,880 mi
Last recorded27,880 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR816 SNN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 27,880 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 27,381 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 26,989 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 25,974 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2021 24,216 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 23,954 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 17,569 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 16,645 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 16,321 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 13,906 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 13,314 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 7,234 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2010 7,234 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 4,728 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 1,358 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 59,856 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 58,851 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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R816 SNN is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R816 SNN, 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 R816 SNN registered?

R816 SNN is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 7 October 1997.

Is R816 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R816 SNN shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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