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W249 OBY

1999 Honda VFR750

Yellow Petrol 781cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,344 mi
Last recorded23,344 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2016
Typical for 1999 Honda VFR75024,448 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW249 OBY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1999
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine781cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2016 23,344 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 20,169 miles

slight bind on rear brakes

Pass 21 Aug 2013 20,158 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Fail 16 Aug 2013 20,157 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 20,155 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 18,550 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 18,547 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 18,547 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 14 Mar 2009 17,574 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 17,438 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 16,891 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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W249 OBY is a 1999 Honda VFR750 in Yellow with a 781cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 W249 OBY, 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.

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What year was W249 OBY registered?

W249 OBY is a 1999 Honda VFR750, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is W249 OBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W249 OBY shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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