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P149 MKE

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,160 mi
Last recorded50,160 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP149 MKE
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 4 Feb 2025 50,160 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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 29 Jan 2024 47,127 miles

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2023 42,942 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2022 38,366 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 36,103 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 32,999 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 30,730 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 30,066 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 29,400 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 29,381 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 29,347 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 29,022 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 2,775 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 27,160 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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P149 MKE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P149 MKE, 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 P149 MKE registered?

P149 MKE is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P149 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P149 MKE shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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