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P528 GCH

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

49,075 mi
Last recorded49,075 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP528 GCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 49,075 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 47,665 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 46,842 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 45,873 miles
Pass 26 May 2021 44,300 miles
Fail 26 May 2021 44,300 miles

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

Offside Front Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Jun 2020 42,199 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 40,355 miles

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

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

steering operation slightly rough with the wheel raised

Fail 15 Oct 2018 40,355 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

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

steering operation slightly rough with the wheel raised

Pass 21 Oct 2017 37,980 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 34,627 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 31,005 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2015 31,005 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking on full lock right and left due to tight cables (6.2.1f)

Pass 10 Oct 2014 27,330 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 24,462 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2012 20,243 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 17,990 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 15,840 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2010 15,840 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 17 Oct 2009 13,479 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 13,393 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 13,158 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 12,838 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2006 12,838 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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P528 GCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P528 GCH, 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

How do I check the history of P528 GCH?

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What year was P528 GCH registered?

P528 GCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P528 GCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P528 GCH shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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