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P226 KAJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,834 mi
Last recorded55,834 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP226 KAJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 55,834 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 55,533 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2017 55,533 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 54,973 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2014 54,503 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 54,139 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 May 2012 53,054 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 May 2011 52,468 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 51,830 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 28 Apr 2010 51,830 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 49,864 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 45,064 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 40,716 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2005 37,126 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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P226 KAJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P226 KAJ, 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.

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What year was P226 KAJ registered?

P226 KAJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 11 June 1997.

Is P226 KAJ safe to buy?

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