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P126 FAW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

56,939 mi
Last recorded56,939 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 FAW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2024 56,939 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2023 56,697 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 54,570 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 52,792 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 50,636 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 48,143 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 41,817 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2013 38,104 miles

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h)

Pass 9 Mar 2013 38,104 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 36,697 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

slight play in rear wheel movement

Pass 6 Mar 2009 34,174 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 32,577 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Fail 3 Aug 2007 32,577 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Nail in rear tyre

Pass 9 May 2006 29,214 miles

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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P126 FAW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P126 FAW, 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 P126 FAW registered?

P126 FAW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 8 April 1997.

Is P126 FAW safe to buy?

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