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P581 OBU

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2013
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

31,921 mi
Last recorded31,921 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP581 OBU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2012 31,921 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2012 31,921 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2011 31,202 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 10 Jun 2011 31,202 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Nearside Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 25 May 2010 28,796 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 28,796 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 24,694 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 18,314 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 18,314 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 10,073 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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P581 OBU is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 P581 OBU, 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 P581 OBU registered?

P581 OBU is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 3 May 1997.

Is P581 OBU safe to buy?

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