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R890 DGJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

19,719 mi
Last recorded19,719 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR890 DGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2026 19,719 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 19,145 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 18,739 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 18,269 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2022 18,269 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 18,059 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 17,885 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 17,615 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 17,402 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 16,686 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 16,575 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 15,996 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 15,913 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 50,504 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Apr 2010 50,504 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 4,749 miles

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

nearside front foot rest loose

Fail 9 Apr 2009 4,749 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

nearside front foot rest loose

Pass 28 Jul 2007 43,709 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 40,878 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2006 40,878 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (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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R890 DGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R890 DGJ, 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 R890 DGJ registered?

R890 DGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R890 DGJ safe to buy?

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