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P197 WFV

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,822 mi
Last recorded38,822 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP197 WFV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 27 Jul 2026 38,822 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 38,793 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 38,784 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 38,471 miles
Pass 26 May 2022 38,320 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 38,023 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 37,221 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 36,248 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 35,536 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 35,051 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 33,641 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 32,171 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 30,642 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 28,871 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 27,357 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 24,478 miles

o/s low beam not working

Pass 2 May 2009 21,672 miles

Aftermarket exhaust fitted

nearside handgrip

Pass 4 Jun 2008 19,201 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 18,027 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 15,314 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 14,601 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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P197 WFV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P197 WFV, 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

How do I check the history of P197 WFV?

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What year was P197 WFV registered?

P197 WFV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P197 WFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P197 WFV shows 21 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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