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P842 SMB

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

82,922 mi
Last recorded82,922 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP842 SMB
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2019 82,922 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 80,459 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 79,464 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 77,175 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 74,499 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2013 70,647 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 67,752 miles

Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 62,529 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2010 55,035 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2009 45,940 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 40,347 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 33,739 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 33,725 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 15 Jun 2006 24,245 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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P842 SMB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P842 SMB, 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 P842 SMB registered?

P842 SMB is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 29 April 1997.

Is P842 SMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P842 SMB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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