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P729 OLX

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

50,808 mi
Last recorded50,808 miles
Recorded on22 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP729 OLX
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2025 50,808 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 50,755 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 50,637 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2018 49,849 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 49,074 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 48,771 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 47,834 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 46,802 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2013 44,954 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 43,439 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2010 43,311 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 3 Apr 2009 41,771 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 35,470 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2007
Fail 16 Feb 2007 28,607 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

rear brake slight bind on brake application

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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P729 OLX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P729 OLX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P729 OLX registered?

P729 OLX is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 April 1997.

Is P729 OLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P729 OLX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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