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P142 UKH

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

7,630 mi
Last recorded7,630 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP142 UKH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2019 7,630 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2019 7,630 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 170/60/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2009 6,049 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Pass 11 Mar 2006 3,564 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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P142 UKH is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P142 UKH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P142 UKH registered?

P142 UKH is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 28 March 1997.

Is P142 UKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P142 UKH shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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