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R940 BUB

1997 Honda VFR750F

Yellow Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,762 mi
Last recorded66,762 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR940 BUB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 66,762 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 3 Jul 2025 65,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 64,909 miles

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

Fail 29 Apr 2023 64,909 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2021 64,421 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 63,893 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2018 63,208 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 62,404 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 60,674 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 58,155 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 55,490 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 51,500 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 49,621 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 47,734 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 44,555 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 36,880 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 33,319 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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R940 BUB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Yellow with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 R940 BUB, 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 R940 BUB registered?

R940 BUB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 23 August 1997.

Is R940 BUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R940 BUB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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