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P290 SGF

1997 Honda VFR750F

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

54,945 mi
Last recorded54,945 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP290 SGF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 54,945 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 53,965 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 53,830 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2022 52,775 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 51,941 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2020 51,941 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Apr 2019 46,817 miles

slight blow at exhaust

Pass 17 Mar 2018 46,749 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 46,296 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 43,336 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 41,113 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 37,318 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 33,955 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 31,150 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 22,392 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 16,842 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 15,800 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2008 14,679 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 13,358 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 10 Apr 2006 11,942 miles

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

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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P290 SGF is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P290 SGF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P290 SGF registered?

P290 SGF is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P290 SGF safe to buy?

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