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R856 AAY

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

34,621 mi
Last recorded34,621 miles
Recorded on10 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR856 AAY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2024 34,621 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2023 34,139 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 33,653 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2020 33,486 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 33,002 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 31,881 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 30,716 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 30,108 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 29,070 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 28,232 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 27,405 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 26,257 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 25,209 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2007 22,960 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 21,328 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2006 21,328 miles

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

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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R856 AAY is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R856 AAY, 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

How do I check the history of R856 AAY?

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What year was R856 AAY registered?

R856 AAY is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 11 November 1997.

Is R856 AAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R856 AAY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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