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P231 HVN

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

62,470 mi
Last recorded62,470 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP231 HVN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 62,470 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Has a tight spot on the chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 12 Apr 2021 62,470 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Has a tight spot on the chain (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2020 58,820 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2019 54,861 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 51,007 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 50,946 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 50,943 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2014 50,943 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 50,683 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 48,196 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2012 48,196 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 47,951 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 46,098 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2008 41,995 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 38,487 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2006 34,551 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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P231 HVN is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 P231 HVN, 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 P231 HVN registered?

P231 HVN is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P231 HVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P231 HVN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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