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R91 RSO

1998 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,409 mi
Last recorded43,409 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VFR75039,861 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR91 RSO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2025 43,409 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 42,065 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 41,715 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 40,831 miles
Pass 8 May 2021 39,754 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 55,431 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 50,859 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 41,665 miles

headlamp masked

Pass 7 Jul 2015 30,729 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 2 Jul 2015 30,584 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d) DANGEROUS

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2014 25,249 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 23,003 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 23 May 2012 22,054 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 20,845 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 25 Apr 2011 20,845 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 11 May 2010 18,602 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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R91 RSO is a 1998 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R91 RSO, 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

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What year was R91 RSO registered?

R91 RSO is a 1998 Honda VFR750, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R91 RSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R91 RSO shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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