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P476 XAG

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

32,813 mi
Last recorded32,813 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP476 XAG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 32,813 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2024 32,552 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 31,428 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 21 May 2019 30,735 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 29,697 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 29,122 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 27,388 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 27,388 miles

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

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2015 24,818 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Sep 2014 24,785 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 22,538 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,880 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 19,749 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

side light not working (dose not have one).

Fail 19 Sep 2011 19,749 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

side light not working (dose not have one).

Pass 20 Sep 2010 17,830 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 17,464 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 17,334 miles

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2005 16,539 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2005 16,464 miles

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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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P476 XAG is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 P476 XAG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P476 XAG registered?

P476 XAG is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 27 June 1997.

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