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C791 PHG

1996 Honda VFR750F

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

29,311 mi
Last recorded29,311 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2024
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC791 PHG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2024 29,311 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2024 29,311 miles

Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 May 2023 25,207 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 25,172 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Mar 2021 25,172 miles

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2020 24,600 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DETERIORATED (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 11 Feb 2020 24,595 miles

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DETERIORATED (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 24,593 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 24,592 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 24,588 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 24,544 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2015 24,517 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2015 24,517 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2014 24,457 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 24,372 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2013 24,372 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 24,045 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 24,045 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 23,021 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 22,136 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 21,098 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 19,513 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Mar 2007 18,198 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 17,577 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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C791 PHG is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 C791 PHG, 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.

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What year was C791 PHG registered?

C791 PHG is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is C791 PHG safe to buy?

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