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R473 RRG

1998 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

71,868 mi
Last recorded71,868 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR75039,861 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR473 RRG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine749cc
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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 71,868 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2024 57,919 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 49,392 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2022 40,595 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 40,566 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2020 40,514 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 40,469 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2018 40,221 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 39,861 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 39,323 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 36,392 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 32,167 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2013 30,383 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2011 28,324 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 26,639 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 24,749 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 21,279 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 17,916 miles

Upper Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 14,770 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 14,728 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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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R473 RRG is a 1998 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 39,861 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 R473 RRG, 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 28 years old, this Honda VFR750 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R473 RRG?

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What year was R473 RRG registered?

R473 RRG is a 1998 Honda VFR750, first registered on 16 April 1998.

Is R473 RRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R473 RRG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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