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P196 SJD

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

26,714 mi
Last recorded26,714 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP196 SJD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 26,714 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))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 25,594 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2024 24,551 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2023 23,859 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 22,943 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 17 Dec 2020 22,340 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 21,359 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2018 20,648 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 19,900 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 19,512 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 18,826 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 18,308 miles

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Fail 7 Aug 2014 18,308 miles

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

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 21 Nov 2012 18,200 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

fuel tant rusted inside.

Pass 30 Nov 2011 17,026 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P196 SJD is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 P196 SJD, 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 P196 SJD registered?

P196 SJD is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 16 January 1997.

Is P196 SJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P196 SJD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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