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L5 VFR

1996 Honda VFR750F

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

72,051 mi
Last recorded72,051 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2012
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2012 72,051 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 55,830 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2010 48,846 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 48,846 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 48,475 miles
Fail 6 May 2008 47,867 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 6 May 2008 47,867 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 27,446 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 25,820 miles

Front Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 25,820 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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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L5 VFR is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 L5 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 L5 VFR registered?

L5 VFR is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 13 March 1996.

Is L5 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 VFR shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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