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P414 UFE

1997 Honda Vfr 750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

73,742 mi
Last recorded73,742 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr 75027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP414 UFE
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 73,742 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2026 73,741 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 73,533 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 73,533 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2019 73,275 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 72,757 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2018 72,757 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 72,332 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 71,726 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 69,264 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 66,474 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 63,012 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 62,054 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 58,102 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 54,281 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2010 54,281 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Aug 2009 50,477 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2008 47,689 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 47,560 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 45,224 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 45,224 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 750?

Based on 2,159 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
679
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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P414 UFE is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 Vfr 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P414 UFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P414 UFE registered?

P414 UFE is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750, first registered on 24 January 1997.

Is P414 UFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P414 UFE shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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