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R976 MSP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

48,548 mi
Last recorded48,548 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR976 MSP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 48,548 miles

Nearside foot peg fractured

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

Fail 2 May 2026 48,548 miles

Nearside foot peg fractured

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

Engine mounting/bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 48,067 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2025 48,056 miles

Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 44,992 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2024 44,992 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 43,350 miles

Central Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 Jan 2022 42,269 miles

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

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

Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 1 of 2 bulbs not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Rear Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2015 41,540 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 41,093 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 40,650 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 40,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 40,028 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 38,178 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 36,254 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 34,943 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 33,869 miles

FRONT AND REAR TYRES BOTH WORN TO JUST ABOVE MINIMUM TREAD DEPTH

Pass 3 Aug 2005 32,396 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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R976 MSP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R976 MSP, 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 R976 MSP registered?

R976 MSP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 19 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R976 MSP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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