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P457 JAU

1997 Honda Vfr 750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,836 mi
Last recorded12,836 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr 75027,908 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP457 JAU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2025 12,836 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 11,720 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 11,649 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 11,624 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 11,610 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 11,578 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 11,564 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 11,371 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 11,353 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 11,270 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 11,001 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 10,806 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 10,722 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 10,487 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 10,266 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 10,172 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 10,102 miles

security of rear hugger (slighty catching rear tyre sidewall)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 10,008 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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P457 JAU is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P457 JAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P457 JAU registered?

P457 JAU is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P457 JAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P457 JAU shows 18 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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