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R960 SOY

1998 Honda VFR750R

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

67,298 mi
Last recorded67,298 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR750R35,794 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR960 SOY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 67,298 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2025 66,488 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2024 64,062 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2023 63,143 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2022 60,034 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2022 60,027 miles

Rear Drive chain worn to excess drive chain has tight spots & loose spots,worn uneven. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 57,865 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2020 56,200 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2019 52,795 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 51,526 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 49,193 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 48,134 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2014 46,805 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 45,419 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 43,933 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

front tyre slightly cracked

rear tyre slightly cracked

Pass 7 May 2011 43,542 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 43,487 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 43,357 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2008 42,015 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 41,120 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 39,451 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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R960 SOY is a 1998 Honda VFR750R in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.7% with a typical mileage of 35,794 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R960 SOY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VFR750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R960 SOY registered?

R960 SOY is a 1998 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R960 SOY safe to buy?

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