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R875 UOR

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

46,630 mi
Last recorded46,630 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR875 UOR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 46,630 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose End can. (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Sep 2024 46,145 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2023 45,447 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 45,059 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2021 44,605 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 44,416 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 43,765 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 43,261 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 42,838 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2017 42,838 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 39,854 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 39,662 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 35,326 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 14 Apr 2012 31,021 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 31,021 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 31,009 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 30,558 miles

Front Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 30,558 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 28,920 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 25,658 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 22,827 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 16,642 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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R875 UOR is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 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 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 R875 UOR, 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 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R875 UOR registered?

R875 UOR is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 4 August 1997.

Is R875 UOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R875 UOR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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