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P407 AJO

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

45,959 mi
Last recorded45,959 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP407 AJO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 45,959 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2023 45,309 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

knock from top yoke

Fail 8 Aug 2023 45,291 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

knock from top yoke

Pass 1 Aug 2022 44,450 miles

clunk at top yoke area

left hand grip slightly loose

Fail 7 Jul 2022 44,442 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Clunk at top yoke area

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Left hand grip slightly loose

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Fork seal leaking slightly (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 44,220 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 43,145 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 42,949 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 42,949 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 42,026 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 39,502 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2008 38,779 miles

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

Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 36,414 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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P407 AJO is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P407 AJO, 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.

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What year was P407 AJO registered?

P407 AJO is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 15 January 1997.

Is P407 AJO safe to buy?

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