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P385 RGV

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,145 mi
Last recorded17,145 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP385 RGV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 Mar 2026 17,145 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 16,900 miles

No lower fairings fitted at time of test

Pass 3 Apr 2014 16,710 miles

No fairing lowers fitted at tim e of test

Pass 31 Mar 2012 16,594 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 16,502 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 16,498 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 16,306 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2008 16,068 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 15,482 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 13,774 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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P385 RGV is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P385 RGV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P385 RGV?

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What year was P385 RGV registered?

P385 RGV is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P385 RGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P385 RGV shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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