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P298 GPE

1998 Honda VF750C

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

1,725 mi
Last recorded1,725 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VF750C16,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP298 GPE
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 1,725 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2025 1,725 miles

Central Front Fuel hose leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Oct 2023 1,719 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 1,712 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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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P298 GPE is a 1998 Honda VF750C in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.8% with a typical mileage of 16,958 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 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 P298 GPE, 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 28 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 P298 GPE registered?

P298 GPE is a 1998 Honda VF750C, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is P298 GPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P298 GPE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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