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P809 HON

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,339 mi
Last recorded35,339 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP809 HON
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 1 Oct 2024 35,339 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock absorber spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 35,141 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Rear shock absorber spring (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 34,877 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 34,697 miles

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

Pass 18 Aug 2020 34,351 miles

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 34,133 miles

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

Rear Mudguard insecure Rear Hugger has been fouling with rear tyre ()

Pass 20 Oct 2018 33,946 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 33,325 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 31,790 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 30,495 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 29,057 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2012 27,769 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 25,506 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2010 22,846 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 19,465 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 16,549 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 16,266 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 15,840 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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P809 HON is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P809 HON, 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 P809 HON registered?

P809 HON is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is P809 HON safe to buy?

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