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P817 VFA

1997 Honda VF750C

Red Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2024
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

20,400 mi
Last recorded20,400 miles
Recorded on6 May 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VF750C19,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP817 VFA
MakeHonda
ModelVF750C
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2023 20,400 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 19,571 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 19,211 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 120/80/17 dunlop k555f (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Oct 2019 19,211 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 150/8/15 dunlop k555 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 120/80/17 dunlop k555f (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 18,855 miles

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

How Reliable is the Honda VF750C?

Based on 4,157 MOT tests across 428 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
402
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 58
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 36
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 29
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 18
reflector on motorcycle missing 15
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P817 VFA is a 1997 Honda VF750C in Red with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Honda VF750C models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 19,651 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 VF750C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 58 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P817 VFA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF750C typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VF750C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P817 VFA registered?

P817 VFA is a 1997 Honda VF750C, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P817 VFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P817 VFA shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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