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R838 BEG

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,424 mi
Last recorded41,424 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR838 BEG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 41,424 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2023 41,400 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 41,259 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2022 41,259 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 40,950 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 40,690 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2019 39,997 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2018 39,259 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 38,439 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 37,988 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 36,881 miles
Fail 30 May 2015 36,881 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2014 34,817 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 33,582 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 32,334 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 May 2011 30,363 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 19 May 2010 27,975 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 25,199 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 23,247 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 23,033 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 22,268 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2005 21,273 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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R838 BEG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 R838 BEG, 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 R838 BEG registered?

R838 BEG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 7 October 1997.

Is R838 BEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R838 BEG shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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