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P5 VFR

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

32,046 mi
Last recorded32,046 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 VFR
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2022 32,046 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 31,286 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 31,286 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2019 31,202 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 31,190 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 30,842 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 30,569 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 30,558 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 30,158 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 29,568 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 28,782 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2011 28,782 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 28,563 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 27,168 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 22,251 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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P5 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P5 VFR, 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 P5 VFR registered?

P5 VFR is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P5 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 VFR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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