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P263 TBD

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

45,147 mi
Last recorded45,147 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP263 TBD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 45,147 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 43,385 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 13 Feb 2025 43,300 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Stop lamp not working on rear brake control (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 41,087 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 37,500 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 35,802 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 33,994 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2020 33,981 miles

Stop lamp not working On rear brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2019 31,328 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 26,840 miles

Exhaust slightly loose rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2014 26,837 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 26,836 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 25,718 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 23,332 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 22,985 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 22,985 miles

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Pass 31 May 2007 21,726 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 21,601 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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P263 TBD is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P263 TBD, 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 P263 TBD registered?

P263 TBD is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 15 July 1997.

Is P263 TBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for P263 TBD shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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