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P585 GAU

1997 Honda Vfr

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

31,989 mi
Last recorded31,989 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP585 GAU
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 31,989 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 31,503 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 30,706 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 29,647 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 28,933 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 28,060 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 27,169 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 26,114 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 25,615 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2014 25,516 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 23,627 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 22,662 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2010 21,594 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 21,581 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 19,705 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2008 17,483 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2007 15,935 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 13,974 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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P585 GAU is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P585 GAU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P585 GAU registered?

P585 GAU is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P585 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P585 GAU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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