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R838 LGN

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

39,722 mi
Last recorded39,722 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR838 LGN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 39,722 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 38,470 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2023 37,696 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2022 36,326 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 35,827 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2019 35,339 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 35,314 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 May 2011 35,070 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 32,679 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2009 32,613 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Mar 2009 32,252 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2008 27,615 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 25,844 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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R838 LGN is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 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 VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R838 LGN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R838 LGN registered?

R838 LGN is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R838 LGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R838 LGN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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