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R828 DUB

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,399 mi
Last recorded70,399 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR828 DUB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 70,399 miles

Front Wheel bearing has a very slight ‘rumble’ when rotated but feels smooth.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 70,399 miles

Front Wheel bearing has a very slight ‘rumble’ when rotated but feels smooth.

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls Faulty front switch (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 1 Mar 2025 69,591 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2024 64,433 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 59,267 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 59,265 miles

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2021 57,170 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 May 2008 57,053 miles

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

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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R828 DUB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R828 DUB, 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 R828 DUB registered?

R828 DUB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 9 September 1997.

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