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R8 VFR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,693 mi
Last recorded34,693 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2025 34,693 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2024 34,636 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 34,249 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 34,107 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 33,412 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 32,787 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 32,719 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 32,311 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 31,931 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 31,765 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 31,456 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 27,061 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2008 24,189 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 18,480 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 18,135 miles

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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R8 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R8 VFR, 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 R8 VFR?

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What year was R8 VFR registered?

R8 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R8 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 VFR shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R8 VFR have outstanding finance?

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