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P229 NVR

1997 Honda VF750S

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2016
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

31,981 mi
Last recorded31,981 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP229 NVR
MakeHonda
ModelVF750S
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 31,981 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2014 31,490 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 31,114 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 30,388 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 30,029 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

slight damage to fairing

Pass 30 Jul 2011 28,674 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 26,431 miles

Nearside Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 23,460 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750S?

Based on 819 MOT tests across 160 vehicles.

80.7%
Pass Rate
326
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
160
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 9
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 8
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 7
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 6
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P229 NVR is a 1997 Honda VF750S in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

The most common reason a Honda VF750S fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P229 NVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750S typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VF750S is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P229 NVR registered?

P229 NVR is a 1997 Honda VF750S, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is P229 NVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P229 NVR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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