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R902 GAP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

15,148 mi
Last recorded15,148 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR902 GAP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2023 15,148 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 48,573 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 48,560 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 48,535 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2020 48,528 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Oct 2019 48,451 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 48,441 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2018 48,441 miles

Offside Upper Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock kill switch fouling on fairing (2.1.4 (c))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 49,999 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 49,999 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Pass 23 Apr 2015 49,577 miles

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 16 Apr 2015 49,570 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pedal cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 17 May 2013 48,561 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2012 45,036 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 43,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 3 May 2011 43,785 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 8 May 2010 42,280 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 41,439 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 39,749 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 37,969 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 35,240 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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R902 GAP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 R902 GAP, 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 R902 GAP?

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What year was R902 GAP registered?

R902 GAP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R902 GAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R902 GAP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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