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P228 KAJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2022
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

30,312 mi
Last recorded30,312 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP228 KAJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2021 30,312 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 30,280 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 30,103 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 30,088 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake unable to check hub assembly lever operation stiff (3.3.A1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 29,949 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 29,940 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 May 2014 29,050 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 11 Apr 2013 28,511 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 27,900 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,138 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 26,480 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 25,358 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 23,916 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 20,117 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2006 19,319 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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P228 KAJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P228 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 P228 KAJ registered?

P228 KAJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 17 June 1997.

Is P228 KAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P228 KAJ shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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