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P816 XHT

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

49,744 mi
Last recorded49,744 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP816 XHT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 49,744 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 47,349 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 45,323 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2023 44,119 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2022 41,561 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2021 41,529 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 41,512 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2018 41,086 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 41,082 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2017 40,475 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 40,019 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2016 39,454 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 38,665 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 35,527 miles

Front Lower Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 26 Mar 2014 35,527 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 30,552 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2012 24,747 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2011 22,960 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 21,207 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 19,700 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 19,035 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 18,442 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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P816 XHT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 P816 XHT, 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 P816 XHT registered?

P816 XHT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P816 XHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P816 XHT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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