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P748 FJO

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2023
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

45,170 mi
Last recorded45,170 miles
Recorded on17 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP748 FJO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2022 45,170 miles
Fail 17 May 2022 45,170 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Mar 2021 44,926 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 44,887 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 44,874 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 May 2017 44,867 miles
Fail 16 May 2017 44,867 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 44,777 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 44,677 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 44,677 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 18 Mar 2014 44,213 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2013 41,501 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 37,270 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 33,317 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 32,425 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 32,004 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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P748 FJO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue 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 P748 FJO, 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 P748 FJO registered?

P748 FJO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is P748 FJO safe to buy?

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