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R856 MAU

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,633 mi
Last recorded17,633 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR856 MAU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2023 17,633 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 17,624 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 17,208 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 17,173 miles

slight binding in front brake

Pass 29 Jan 2013 16,977 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 16,968 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 16,921 miles

Lower Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Pass 21 Jan 2010 16,830 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 16,762 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 16,762 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 11 Jan 2008 16,696 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 16,635 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 16,635 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 1,644 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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 MAU is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R856 MAU, 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 R856 MAU registered?

R856 MAU is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is R856 MAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R856 MAU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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