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P166 UBO

1996 Honda VFR750F

White Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

54,046 mi
Last recorded54,046 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP166 UBO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2025 54,046 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 52,809 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 50,579 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 48,770 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2022 48,769 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 41,469 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 40,819 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 40,819 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake component has restricted free movement and operation is likely to be impeded due to motorcycle been standing (3.2.A1h)

Offside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil rust on prescribed area (2.3.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 40,027 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 36,806 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 33,286 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 28,979 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 28,979 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2006 27,847 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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P166 UBO is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in White with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 33,151 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 P166 UBO, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P166 UBO registered?

P166 UBO is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P166 UBO safe to buy?

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