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P837 UTM

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2024
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

60,864 mi
Last recorded60,864 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP837 UTM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2023 60,864 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2023 60,861 miles

Rear Suspension component likely to fail suspension link plate (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2022 60,503 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 60,504 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 60,376 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2018 60,376 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Mar 2017 59,495 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 59,495 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 58,183 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 58,180 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 57,246 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2014 50,418 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2013 50,417 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Decelerometer brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.E1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2009 48,966 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

splines on gear lever excessivly worn

Pass 4 Jan 2008 43,012 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

exhaust silencer badly corroded but not leaking

front tyre uneven wear

Pass 17 Aug 2006 37,109 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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P837 UTM is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P837 UTM, 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 P837 UTM registered?

P837 UTM is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 21 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P837 UTM shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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