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P449 GJU

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP449 GJU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2023

DAYLIGHT USE ONLY NO LIGHTS FITTED

Pass 17 Apr 2018 35,717 miles

Clutch fluid level low.

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. joint from front down pipes. (7.1.1.c)

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 34,949 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 15 Apr 2017 34,949 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2015 34,023 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 31,990 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 31,091 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 29,471 miles
Fail 31 May 2011 29,417 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 4 Jun 2010 26,442 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2009 25,541 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2008 24,983 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 24,188 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 23,335 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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P449 GJU is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P449 GJU, 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 P449 GJU registered?

P449 GJU is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 27 March 1997.

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