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P741 DUD

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

50,465 mi
Last recorded50,465 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP741 DUD
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 50,465 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 50,439 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jul 2024 49,516 miles

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 30 Jul 2024 49,516 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Jul 2018 49,379 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 49,319 miles

Front tyre cracked

cut in rear tyre

Pass 25 Apr 2014 49,085 miles

rear hugger loose

Pass 25 Oct 2012 48,831 miles

rear hugger insecure

Pass 26 Oct 2011 48,388 miles

rear hugger insecure

Fail 26 Oct 2011 48,388 miles

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

rear hugger insecure

Pass 30 Sep 2010 48,122 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 47,653 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 46,666 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2007 45,741 miles

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct stroke width (6.3.4a)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 45,741 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 43,442 miles

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

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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P741 DUD 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 75%.

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 P741 DUD, 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 P741 DUD registered?

P741 DUD is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 16 April 1997.

Is P741 DUD safe to buy?

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