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D42 UGP

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

72,052 mi
Last recorded72,052 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD42 UGP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2025 72,052 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 71,261 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2018 70,443 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2014 68,743 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 67,929 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 62,143 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 58,791 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 56,093 miles

front brake is binding slighlty

front brake is slighlty spongy

Fail 30 Aug 2008 56,085 miles

Brake pedal cracked (3.1.2c)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 53,168 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 50,543 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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D42 UGP is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 D42 UGP, 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 D42 UGP registered?

D42 UGP is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is D42 UGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D42 UGP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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