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P585 WUB

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

60,482 mi
Last recorded60,482 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP585 WUB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 60,482 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 60,421 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 59,886 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 59,850 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 59,634 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases leaking at bottom of down pipes (clamps missing) (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 58,887 miles

clutch fluid level near min

Pass 11 Jul 2017 57,838 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 57,351 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 57,186 miles

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

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

Fail 9 May 2015 57,186 miles

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

Upper Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

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

Pass 9 May 2014 56,648 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2013 53,861 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2012 57,903 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 48,998 miles

Front Front mudguard insecure (2.3.7)

Pass 13 May 2011 48,998 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 44,978 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 39,338 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

Fail 4 May 2009 39,278 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 34,651 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 31,985 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 31,493 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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P585 WUB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P585 WUB, 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 P585 WUB registered?

P585 WUB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 19 March 1997.

Is P585 WUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P585 WUB shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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