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P234 FTO

1997 Honda VF750C

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,455 mi
Last recorded70,455 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VF750C19,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP234 FTO
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 70,455 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 68,274 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2023 66,842 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2022 65,566 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2021 64,716 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 63,973 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 15 Apr 2019 61,433 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 29 Mar 2019 61,412 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2018 59,498 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 59,498 miles

Headlamp switch faulty High beam flash sticks on (1.2.4)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 31 May 2017 59,134 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 58,602 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 57,664 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 54,946 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 51,250 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 47,804 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 42,801 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 41,393 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 38,124 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 35,485 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2007 32,219 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 29,574 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF750C?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 428 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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P234 FTO is a 1997 Honda VF750C in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,651 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VF750C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P234 FTO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750C typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P234 FTO registered?

P234 FTO is a 1997 Honda VF750C, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P234 FTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P234 FTO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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