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P836 HTO

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

36,512 mi
Last recorded36,512 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP836 HTO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 36,512 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 36,313 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 36,113 miles
Pass 19 May 2023 35,603 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 35,389 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2021 35,123 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 34,738 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 34,256 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 33,962 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 33,463 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 32,564 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 31,260 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 28,759 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Mar 2012 28,759 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2011 27,622 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2010 27,183 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 26,500 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 9 Sep 2006 23,729 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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P836 HTO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 P836 HTO, 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 P836 HTO registered?

P836 HTO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 20 June 1997.

Is P836 HTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P836 HTO shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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