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P786 XGJ

1997 Honda VFR750

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

95,489 mi
Last recorded95,489 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP786 XGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 95,489 miles

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

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 90,238 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 84,361 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 76,409 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 67,880 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 60,188 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 54,410 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 48,757 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Jun 2018 48,755 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2017 46,411 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 42,126 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 41,691 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 40,311 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 36,419 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2010 32,314 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 27,922 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 23,432 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 Jul 2007 18,943 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 12,137 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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P786 XGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P786 XGJ, 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 P786 XGJ registered?

P786 XGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 26 November 1997.

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