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P540 TRH

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,289 mi
Last recorded40,289 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP540 TRH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2026 40,289 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 40,182 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 40,110 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2023 40,100 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 40,046 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 40,000 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 39,964 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 39,923 miles

number plate light not working

Pass 9 Oct 2015 39,849 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 39,831 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 39,618 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 39,169 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 38,551 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2011 38,551 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 37,500 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 37,500 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 36,778 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 35,657 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2007 34,212 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 31,863 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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P540 TRH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P540 TRH, 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.

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What year was P540 TRH registered?

P540 TRH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P540 TRH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P540 TRH shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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