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P131 UKH

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

35,156 mi
Last recorded35,156 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP131 UKH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 35,156 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2026 35,156 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 33,775 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 31,569 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 28,712 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 28,248 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 May 2021 27,110 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 26,177 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 24,181 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 21,131 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 19,417 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 18,356 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 18,356 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 May 2015 17,853 miles
Fail 19 May 2014 16,206 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 May 2014 16,206 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 15,113 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 15,113 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 13,949 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 12,698 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 11,868 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 10,624 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 9,934 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 8,715 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 6,767 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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P131 UKH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 P131 UKH, 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 P131 UKH registered?

P131 UKH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P131 UKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P131 UKH shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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