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P51 ONF

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,964 mi
Last recorded36,964 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP51 ONF
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 36,964 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 34,377 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2024 34,350 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2022 34,301 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 34,259 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 34,178 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 34,142 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 33,998 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 33,740 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2017 33,740 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 33,362 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 33,056 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 32,873 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 32,791 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 32,427 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 31,885 miles
Pass 27 May 2010 31,037 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 31,037 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 29,889 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,278 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 28,644 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 27,460 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750F?

Based on 69,140 MOT tests across 6,757 vehicles.

85.5%
Pass Rate
663
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
6,757
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 986
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 851
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 737
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 542
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 416
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P51 ONF is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 31,170 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VFR750F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P51 ONF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750F typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P51 ONF registered?

P51 ONF is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P51 ONF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P51 ONF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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