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A17 HRC

1988 Honda VFR750R

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,719 mi
Last recorded29,719 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2015
Typical for 1988 Honda VFR750R19,800 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 HRC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2015 29,719 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 29,637 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 29,637 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 29,305 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 28,873 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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A17 HRC is a 1988 Honda VFR750R in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 93.5% with a typical mileage of 19,800 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 VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 HRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Honda VFR750R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of A17 HRC?

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What year was A17 HRC registered?

A17 HRC is a 1988 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 12 July 1988.

Is A17 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A17 HRC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A17 HRC have outstanding finance?

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