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S15 VFR

1999 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

19,783 mi
Last recorded19,783 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR75024,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS15 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 19,783 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 19,183 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2024 19,173 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Apr 2022 18,999 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 18,635 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 17,493 miles
Pass 26 May 2017 16,933 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 16,307 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 16,291 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2014 16,291 miles

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

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 16 Mar 2011 15,750 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 15,260 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2008 15,257 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 12,506 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 11,350 miles
Pass 25 May 2005 7,916 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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S15 VFR is a 1999 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1999 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 24,448 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 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 S15 VFR, 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 27 years old, this Honda VFR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S15 VFR registered?

S15 VFR is a 1999 Honda VFR750, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S15 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S15 VFR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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