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P399 TVG

1997 Honda VFR750R

Silver Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2014
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

20,917 mi
Last recorded20,917 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750R29,986 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP399 TVG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2013 20,917 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

rear brake binding slightly

rear tyre prssure low

slght movement rear exhaust borderline

Fail 21 Jun 2013 20,914 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Upper Brake locking device missing (3.2.A1e)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Rear Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

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

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

offside rear stoplight bulb only working when a brake applied

rear brake binding slightly

rear tyre prssure low

slght movement rear exhaust borderline

Fail 9 Mar 2011 20,899 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

front brake binding slightly

front forks pitted

rear disc worn

Pass 9 Mar 2011 20,899 miles

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

front brake binding slightly

front forks pitted

rear disc worn

Pass 3 Feb 2010 19,275 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 18 Jul 2008 18,491 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 18,491 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 16,964 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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P399 TVG is a 1997 Honda VFR750R in Silver with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 29,986 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 VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P399 TVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P399 TVG registered?

P399 TVG is a 1997 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 2 September 1997.

Is P399 TVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P399 TVG shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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