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P478 XUF

1997 Honda Vfr 750 F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2015
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

39,108 mi
Last recorded39,108 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2014
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr 750 F28,140 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP478 XUF
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 750 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2014 39,108 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 39,108 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 38,237 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 36,625 miles

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

Nail in rear tyre

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

r/h headlamp not illuminating on dipped beam

Pass 4 Oct 2007 32,919 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 2 Oct 2007 32,919 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 29,548 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 750 F?

Based on 1,068 MOT tests across 157 vehicles.

89.3%
Pass Rate
715
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 12
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Floor brake test indicates a binding brake 4
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P478 XUF is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750 F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr 750 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 28,140 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 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 12 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P478 XUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was P478 XUF registered?

P478 XUF is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750 F, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P478 XUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P478 XUF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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