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P697 NVW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

59,142 mi
Last recorded59,142 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP697 NVW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2018 59,142 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2017 58,465 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 17 Feb 2016 51,829 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 48,510 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2015 48,510 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 48,077 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 47,402 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fail 29 May 2009 47,390 miles

Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2006 45,083 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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P697 NVW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P697 NVW, 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 P697 NVW registered?

P697 NVW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P697 NVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P697 NVW shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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