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P172 HCH

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,370 mi
Last recorded22,370 miles
Recorded on4 May 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP172 HCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 May 2017 22,370 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 21,782 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Fail 3 Jul 2015 21,782 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 5 Jul 2014 17,205 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Fail 5 Jul 2014 17,205 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 17,098 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 15,976 miles

front and rear tyre valves have early sign of deterioration/slight cracking of rubber

left switchgear slightly loose but remains secure

only one of the two tail light bulbs work

Pass 20 Sep 2010 14,335 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2007 14,060 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 14,060 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 13,843 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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P172 HCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P172 HCH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P172 HCH registered?

P172 HCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 3 June 1997.

Is P172 HCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P172 HCH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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