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R950 LFV

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

89,531 mi
Last recorded89,531 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR950 LFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2020 89,531 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 87,382 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 84,283 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 81,265 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 78,139 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 76,038 miles

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

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

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 71,617 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 71,617 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 67,390 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 63,137 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 61,597 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 60,612 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass light not working when switch is operated

Pass 6 Apr 2009 60,114 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 22 Apr 2008 59,836 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 59,235 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 58,743 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2006 58,743 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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R950 LFV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R950 LFV, 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 R950 LFV registered?

R950 LFV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 27 August 1997.

Is R950 LFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R950 LFV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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