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P705 JAU

1997 Honda VFR750

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,368 mi
Last recorded29,368 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP705 JAU
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2012 29,368 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 24,020 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,188 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 21,980 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Mar 2010 21,965 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

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

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

rear tyre has a nail in it

Pass 20 Jan 2009 18,498 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Fail 20 Jan 2009 18,498 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 16,587 miles

Offside Exhaust mounting deteriorated. (7.1.1.c)

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 15,664 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 14,312 miles

Front Handlebar mounting slightly deteriorated (2.1.1d)

Front Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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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P705 JAU is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P705 JAU, 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.

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What year was P705 JAU registered?

P705 JAU is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 6 June 1997.

Is P705 JAU safe to buy?

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