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R990 FGJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

62,978 mi
Last recorded62,978 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR990 FGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2020 62,978 miles
Pass 30 May 2019 60,914 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 60,906 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 57,689 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 57,128 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 57,128 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 54,002 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 54,002 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 62,287 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

Fail 25 May 2013 60,935 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 May 2013 60,935 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2012 58,630 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 57,157 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 54,722 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 51,164 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 34,566 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2008 34,443 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Apr 2007 20,710 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 16,992 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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R990 FGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 R990 FGJ, 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 R990 FGJ registered?

R990 FGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 29 December 1997.

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