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P709 JOV

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,923 mi
Last recorded28,923 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP709 JOV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2025 28,923 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 27,129 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 26,116 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 25,290 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 24,327 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 23,047 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 22,151 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 21,777 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 21,149 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 18,508 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2009 16,100 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 14,790 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 13,064 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 12,019 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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P709 JOV is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P709 JOV, 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 P709 JOV registered?

P709 JOV is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is P709 JOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P709 JOV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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