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R96 GMW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,659 mi
Last recorded26,659 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR96 GMW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 20 Jul 2026 26,659 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2025 25,839 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 25,265 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 24,655 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2019 24,588 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust system deteriorated

glass in rear tyre

Pass 2 Jul 2018 24,469 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 24,430 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 Jul 2016 24,332 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated union front and rear (3.2.B3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 24,149 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

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

Rear reflector damaged but function not impaired (1.4.2a)

Pass 27 May 2014 23,788 miles

rear seat fairing bolts missing

Pass 5 Sep 2012 23,111 miles

front tyre on legal limit, recommend replacing.

front tyre valve perishing, recommend replacing when new tyre fitted.

Pass 25 Sep 2010 23,032 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 22,857 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 10 May 2008 22,567 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 20,637 miles

slight wear in front brake caliper slides

Pass 9 Jun 2005 20,250 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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R96 GMW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red 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 R96 GMW, 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 R96 GMW registered?

R96 GMW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is R96 GMW safe to buy?

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