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R985 SDA

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,604 mi
Last recorded35,604 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR985 SDA
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2022 35,604 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 34,555 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 34,500 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 34,399 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 34,159 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive Getting close to wear limit. (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 33,425 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 32,438 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 31,490 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 30,941 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 29,318 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 28,610 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 27,217 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 27,206 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 26,778 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2009 24,566 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 24,060 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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R985 SDA 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 93.8%.

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 R985 SDA, 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 R985 SDA registered?

R985 SDA is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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The MOT history for R985 SDA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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