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P537 OAT

1996 Honda VFR750R

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

57,093 mi
Last recorded57,093 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750R38,276 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP537 OAT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750R
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 57,093 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2024 49,486 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 49,250 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2022 48,999 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 48,581 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2020 48,255 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 47,810 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))

Pass 29 Sep 2018 46,696 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2018 46,659 miles

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Sep 2017 43,630 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 42,872 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 42,101 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 41,773 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 41,028 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 40,603 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 39,646 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 38,690 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Fail 15 Jun 2010 38,690 miles

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 38,276 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2008 37,630 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 32,396 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 30,948 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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P537 OAT is a 1996 Honda VFR750R 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 1996 Honda VFR750R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 38,276 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P537 OAT, 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 30 years old, this Honda VFR750R is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P537 OAT registered?

P537 OAT is a 1996 Honda VFR750R, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P537 OAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P537 OAT 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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