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A18 VFR

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

35,486 mi
Last recorded35,486 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 35,486 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 35,428 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 35,428 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 34,655 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 33,678 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 31,087 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 30,724 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 29,927 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 29,403 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 28,911 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 28,366 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 27,660 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 25,474 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2009 24,048 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 21,802 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 20,332 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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A18 VFR is a 1996 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 1996 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 33,151 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 A18 VFR, 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 30 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 A18 VFR registered?

A18 VFR is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 4 September 1996.

Is A18 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 VFR 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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