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R962 LLJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

193,899 mi
Last recorded193,899 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR962 LLJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2025 193,899 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 189,796 miles

advise front foot peg pivots worn

Pass 20 Mar 2023 185,081 miles

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

front tyre unevenly worn

Pass 10 Mar 2022 178,734 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 173,688 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 168,880 miles

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

front tyre unevenly worn

rear tyres unevenly worn

Pass 12 Mar 2019 166,251 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 158,846 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 150,639 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 146,525 miles

headlight masks/covertors fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2014 136,017 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 10 Oct 2013 128,281 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2012 122,395 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 115,205 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2010 108,651 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2009 97,527 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

front tyre unevenly worn

rear pad worn tappered

Pass 16 Oct 2008 86,436 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2007 75,066 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2006 66,417 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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R962 LLJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 R962 LLJ, 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 R962 LLJ registered?

R962 LLJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R962 LLJ safe to buy?

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