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R809 OCJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

34,816 mi
Last recorded34,816 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR809 OCJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 34,816 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 34,656 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 34,602 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 33,483 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 32,251 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 31,578 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 31,436 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2015 31,327 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 31,274 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2013 31,031 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 31,031 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 30,977 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2011 30,833 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 30,578 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 30,078 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 29,640 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 29,170 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2007 29,170 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 27,912 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 27,912 miles

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

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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R809 OCJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 31,170 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 R809 OCJ, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R809 OCJ registered?

R809 OCJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 August 1997.

Is R809 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R809 OCJ shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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