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P174 JPY

1997 Honda VF750C

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,203 mi
Last recorded38,203 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VF750C19,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP174 JPY
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 38,203 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 37,218 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 35,669 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 34,334 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 31,536 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 28,477 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 27,782 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 23,270 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 22,297 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 21,602 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 19,737 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750C?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 428 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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P174 JPY is a 1997 Honda VF750C in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,651 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VF750C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P174 JPY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750C typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P174 JPY?

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What year was P174 JPY registered?

P174 JPY is a 1997 Honda VF750C, first registered on 3 May 1997.

Is P174 JPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P174 JPY shows 11 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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