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P554 UHY

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

50,052 mi
Last recorded50,052 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP554 UHY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 50,052 miles

Central Rear Lower Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 49,946 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2019 49,373 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 49,369 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 49,172 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 48,939 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 47,977 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 38,043 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 37,152 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 36,053 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2011 36,051 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 36,051 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

advise cracks to both walls of front tyre-cords not visible

Fail 15 Aug 2009 36,051 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

advise cracks to both walls of front tyre-cords not visible

Pass 13 Aug 2008 36,051 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 35,431 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2006 34,198 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2005 25,123 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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P554 UHY is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 P554 UHY, 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 P554 UHY registered?

P554 UHY is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 6 March 1997.

Is P554 UHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P554 UHY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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