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P514 HRB

1997 Honda VFR750R

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

39,735 mi
Last recorded39,735 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750R29,986 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP514 HRB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 39,735 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 12 May 2025 39,735 miles

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

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

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases collector pipes (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 37,463 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 May 2022 35,354 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 7 May 2022 35,354 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 12 May 2021 34,435 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Header gaskets leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Fail 6 May 2021 34,435 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Header gaskets leaking (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

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

Pass 25 Sep 2019 33,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit O/S AND N/S (1.1.13 (a))

Offside Rear EXHAUST NOISY

Fail 25 Sep 2019 33,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit O/S AND N/S (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too high N/S AND O/S (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear EXHAUST NOISY

Pass 28 Apr 2018 31,798 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 29,828 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 25,663 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 22,543 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 18,616 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2013 16,612 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Mar 2012 16,029 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 29 Mar 2010 15,931 miles

beam delectors fitted

Pass 24 Mar 2009 14,608 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750R?

Based on 3,955 MOT tests across 514 vehicles.

89.7%
Pass Rate
322
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
514
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 28
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 14
wheel bearings have excessive free play 13
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P514 HRB is a 1997 Honda VFR750R in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.8% with a typical mileage of 29,986 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 VFR750R fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P514 HRB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750R typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P514 HRB registered?

P514 HRB is a 1997 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P514 HRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P514 HRB shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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