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P716 DCN

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

46,526 mi
Last recorded46,526 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP716 DCN
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2023 46,526 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 5 Jun 2023 46,526 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 17 May 2019 35,283 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 35,212 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 34,912 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 34,046 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 32,754 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 30,937 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 29,805 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jun 2011 28,067 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 25,692 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2009 24,086 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2009 24,084 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 5 Jun 2008 22,675 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 21,813 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 21,071 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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P716 DCN is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P716 DCN, 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 P716 DCN registered?

P716 DCN is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 17 May 1997.

Is P716 DCN safe to buy?

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