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P303 JCH

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

30,866 mi
Last recorded30,866 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP303 JCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 30,866 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 30,463 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2025 30,463 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2024 30,017 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2023 46,466 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2022 46,166 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 27 May 2021 45,864 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 45,279 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 45,259 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 43,378 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 40,946 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 39,263 miles

headlamp taped up flat beam pattern displayed

Pass 22 Mar 2014 39,258 miles

headlamp taped up flat beam pattern displayed

Pass 3 Apr 2013 38,995 miles

headlamp glass taped up flat beam pattern displayed

Pass 27 Mar 2012 38,325 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 37,953 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 37,696 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front brake binding slightly

Pass 13 Mar 2009 37,212 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2008 36,658 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2008 36,612 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

front tyre low on air

Pass 6 Nov 2006 35,440 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 33,521 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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P303 JCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 P303 JCH, 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 P303 JCH registered?

P303 JCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 23 June 1997.

Is P303 JCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P303 JCH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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