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P315 NKR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,661 mi
Last recorded21,661 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP315 NKR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 21,661 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 21,449 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2023 21,306 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2022 21,213 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 21,158 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2020 20,840 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2019 20,616 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 20,526 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 20,395 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 20,312 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 20,237 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 May 2012 20,125 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 25 May 2011 19,982 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 May 2011 19,982 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 14 May 2010 19,687 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2009 19,328 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 18,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 30 May 2008 18,903 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 15 May 2007 17,517 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2007 17,517 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 16,912 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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P315 NKR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P315 NKR, 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 P315 NKR registered?

P315 NKR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 May 1997.

Is P315 NKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P315 NKR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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