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P557 UHY

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,024 mi
Last recorded21,024 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP557 UHY
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2024 21,024 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 20,858 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 20,731 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 20,630 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 20,436 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2019 20,436 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 20,119 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 19,968 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 19,436 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 18,827 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 18,463 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 18,196 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 18,020 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 16,741 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Oct 2009 15,561 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2009 15,561 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2008 14,820 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 13,411 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2006 12,082 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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P557 UHY is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 P557 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.

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What year was P557 UHY registered?

P557 UHY is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is P557 UHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for P557 UHY shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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