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P654 SDX

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

100,370 mi
Last recorded100,370 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP654 SDX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2017 100,370 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Feb 2016 100,314 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 5 Feb 2016 100,309 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking and not returning (6.2.1f)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 9 Jan 2015 100,192 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 100,093 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

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

Pass 14 Jan 2014 100,093 miles

Front suspension assembly slightly misaligned (2.3.1)

Fail 5 Jan 2013 99,883 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 99,883 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 97,985 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Oct 2010 91,947 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 87,319 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 21 Oct 2008 80,857 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Oct 2007 77,990 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 70,749 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Oct 2005 62,898 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 SDX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SDX, 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 SDX registered?

P654 SDX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 9 May 1997.

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