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P814 RTM

1997 Honda VFR750

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

23,764 mi
Last recorded23,764 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP814 RTM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 23,764 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 23,352 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 23,005 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 21,350 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 19,128 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 18,971 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 18,428 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 14 May 2014 17,962 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

rear tyre has cuts to the tread

Pass 15 May 2013 17,729 miles

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

rear tyre cut in two places.

Pass 2 May 2012 16,861 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 16,049 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 14,859 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 13,340 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 11,912 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 11,259 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2007 11,259 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 10,591 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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P814 RTM is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 P814 RTM, 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.

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What year was P814 RTM registered?

P814 RTM is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 17 February 1997.

Is P814 RTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P814 RTM shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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