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R884 EAE

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2020
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

44,122 mi
Last recorded44,122 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR884 EAE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2019 44,122 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 44,114 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2017 44,063 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 44,054 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 43,246 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2015 43,235 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 42,879 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 42,643 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2012 42,549 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 42,295 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 42,109 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2009 41,470 miles

Chain guard missing

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

Pass 3 Mar 2008 39,070 miles

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Feb 2007 35,185 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 35,185 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

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)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Stop lamp missing (1.3.3a)

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 33,325 miles

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

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

slight drag at front brakes

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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R884 EAE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R884 EAE, 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 R884 EAE registered?

R884 EAE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R884 EAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for R884 EAE shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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