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P858 OTP

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

131,667 mi
Last recorded131,667 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP858 OTP
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 131,667 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 131,622 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 131,426 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 131,343 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 131,296 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 131,250 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 131,204 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2018 131,009 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2017 129,984 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 128,929 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 125,808 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 123,408 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2013 120,167 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 114,113 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 107,767 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 101,482 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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 valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2009 93,332 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 86,858 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 83,315 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2006 78,349 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2005 77,670 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 26 Oct 2005 77,670 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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P858 OTP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red 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 P858 OTP, 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

How do I check the history of P858 OTP?

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What year was P858 OTP registered?

P858 OTP is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P858 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P858 OTP 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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