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E23 HRC

1996 Honda VFR750F

Purple Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

27,901 mi
Last recorded27,901 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE23 HRC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2025 27,901 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 26,395 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 26,371 miles

day light test no lights at time of test

Pass 26 Jun 2019 81,013 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 27 Jun 2018 80,335 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 78,377 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2016 77,399 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 75,175 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 71,835 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 71,807 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 69,955 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 68,943 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 63,775 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 56,775 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 56,262 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 56,231 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

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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E23 HRC is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Purple 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 E23 HRC, 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 E23 HRC registered?

E23 HRC is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is E23 HRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E23 HRC 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.

Does E23 HRC have outstanding finance?

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