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P657 WUM

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

8,045 mi
Last recorded8,045 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP657 WUM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 8,045 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 7,940 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 7,606 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 7,605 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2018 7,605 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2018 7,604 miles

Front Stop lamp not working controle 1 (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 7,596 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 7,584 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 7,561 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 7,560 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 7,528 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 7,499 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 7,749 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 7,351 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 7,351 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 7,269 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 7,029 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 6,961 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 6,715 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 6,663 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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P657 WUM is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P657 WUM, 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 P657 WUM registered?

P657 WUM is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 17 March 1997.

Is P657 WUM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P657 WUM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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