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R923 THL

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

49,528 mi
Last recorded49,528 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR923 THL
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 49,528 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2025 49,192 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 48,953 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2024 48,953 miles

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2023 47,267 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 46,465 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 45,517 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 44,567 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 42,987 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 41,564 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 41,264 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 40,145 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 37,819 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 36,097 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 34,987 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2012 34,957 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2011 34,917 miles

rear disc slightly worped

Pass 9 Aug 2010 32,934 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2009 30,943 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2008 29,956 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2007 26,209 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 2,577 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2005 24,406 miles

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

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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R923 THL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

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 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 R923 THL, 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 R923 THL registered?

R923 THL is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 2 August 1997.

Is R923 THL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R923 THL shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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