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N171 KVF

1996 Honda VFR750

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,256 mi
Last recorded47,256 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR75034,793 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN171 KVF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 May 2026 47,256 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2025 47,137 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 44,028 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 41,111 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 38,855 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2021 38,167 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 32,288 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Mar 2018 26,946 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 26,148 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 25,113 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 24,599 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 8 Mar 2014 24,005 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 23,819 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Mar 2012 22,814 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2011 21,458 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 20,253 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 18,636 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 17,345 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 15,424 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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N171 KVF is a 1996 Honda VFR750 in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 34,793 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N171 KVF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N171 KVF registered?

N171 KVF is a 1996 Honda VFR750, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is N171 KVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N171 KVF shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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