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R95 XYA

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,358 mi
Last recorded39,358 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR95 XYA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2025 39,358 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 38,664 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2022 37,930 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 36,829 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 36,547 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 31,280 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 27,751 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 25,065 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 23,982 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

cut in centre rear tyre

front brake light intermitent fault

throttle action stiff on both full locks

Pass 21 Feb 2013 19,763 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 18,726 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2010 16,453 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 14,206 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 14,206 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 10,215 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 7,487 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 2,533 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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R95 XYA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 781cc 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 R95 XYA, 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 R95 XYA registered?

R95 XYA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R95 XYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R95 XYA 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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