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R948 FGJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,426 mi
Last recorded40,426 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR948 FGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2026 40,426 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 40,287 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2024 39,223 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 38,397 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 37,410 miles

non standard can

Pass 4 May 2017 34,750 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2016 31,867 miles

non standard exhaust fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2014 31,119 miles

non standard can fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2013 30,057 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 28,326 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 27,215 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 26,229 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 25,868 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 24,986 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 24,568 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 21,634 miles

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

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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R948 FGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 R948 FGJ, 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 R948 FGJ?

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What year was R948 FGJ registered?

R948 FGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is R948 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R948 FGJ shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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