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P189 SRN

1996 Honda VFR750R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

46,187 mi
Last recorded46,187 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750R38,276 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP189 SRN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 46,187 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 45,676 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 45,298 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 44,810 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 44,167 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 43,000 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 42,191 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 41,741 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 41,366 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 41,326 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Offside Front Throttle twist grip rubber split.

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 41,275 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 40,755 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 39,919 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 39,055 miles

front tyre out of shape

Pass 9 Jun 2012 37,770 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 36,119 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 34,638 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 32,170 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 28,471 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2007 25,974 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2007 25,974 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 24,296 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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P189 SRN is a 1996 Honda VFR750R in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 38,276 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P189 SRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Honda VFR750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P189 SRN registered?

P189 SRN is a 1996 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P189 SRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P189 SRN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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