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R839 HAT

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

68,239 mi
Last recorded68,239 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR839 HAT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 68,239 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 7 Jun 2016 65,371 miles

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 1 Jun 2016 65,242 miles

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

Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 26 May 2015 60,496 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 54,199 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2013 49,455 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2012 43,781 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 43,765 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 May 2011 37,475 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 34,009 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 19,124 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 27,953 miles

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

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

none standard exhaust fitted

Pass 17 Mar 2007 25,077 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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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R839 HAT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 R839 HAT, 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 R839 HAT registered?

R839 HAT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R839 HAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R839 HAT shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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