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P654 JCH

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

21,864 mi
Last recorded21,864 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP654 JCH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 21,864 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 21,753 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 21,738 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2016 21,738 miles

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 21,702 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 21,662 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Only offside headlight working

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 2 Feb 2013 21,162 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 19,258 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 16,356 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 12,838 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2009 12,838 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 8,574 miles

Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Pass 29 Apr 2006 8,380 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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P654 JCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 P654 JCH, 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 P654 JCH registered?

P654 JCH is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 7 July 1997.

Is P654 JCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P654 JCH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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