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R979 NUG

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2016
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,661 mi
Last recorded33,661 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR979 NUG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 4 Apr 2015 33,661 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 33,059 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2014 30,329 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 30,252 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 30,027 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 29,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2008 27,225 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2007 24,609 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 23,169 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2005 21,649 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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R979 NUG is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R979 NUG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R979 NUG?

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What year was R979 NUG registered?

R979 NUG is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 6 October 1997.

Is R979 NUG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R979 NUG shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R979 NUG have outstanding finance?

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