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P618 TGU

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

54,226 mi
Last recorded54,226 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP618 TGU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 54,226 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 54,202 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 54,100 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 53,988 miles

Clutch fluid level low

Meter dash earth problem with main lights on.

Pass 11 Aug 2018 52,601 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

cut in rear tyre but not deep enough to show ply or cord

Pass 18 Aug 2017 51,300 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 47,129 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear suspension component slightly corroded. spring (2.4.A.1a)

rear tyre is perished but not showing ply or cord.

Pass 17 May 2014 44,001 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 40,361 miles

rear tyre on minimum limit.

Pass 4 May 2012 37,493 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 37,443 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 37,186 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 36,703 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 35,925 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

cut in rear tyre

Pass 23 May 2007 32,320 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 32,320 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 29 Mar 2006 27,712 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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P618 TGU is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P618 TGU, 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 P618 TGU registered?

P618 TGU is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P618 TGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P618 TGU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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