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P669 GJU

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

41,089 mi
Last recorded41,089 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP669 GJU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 41,089 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2025 40,932 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 40,886 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases blowing at joints (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 40,802 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 11 Apr 2023 40,799 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 40,755 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 40,542 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 40,320 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 40,238 miles

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 39,841 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2017 39,705 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 39,607 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 38,707 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2015 38,707 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 28 Feb 2014 37,721 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 36,959 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 33,768 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 32,393 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 32,393 miles

Front Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Aug 2009 30,769 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2009 30,769 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 29,619 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 29,617 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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P669 GJU is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 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 VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P669 GJU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P669 GJU registered?

P669 GJU is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P669 GJU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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