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P85 OSG

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

44,716 mi
Last recorded44,716 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP85 OSG
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 44,716 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 44,046 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 42,858 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 42,858 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 42,854 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 42,849 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 42,701 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2014 42,653 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 42,529 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 42,199 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 39,440 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 39,440 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Pass 16 Apr 2010 36,266 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2009 33,398 miles

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

Offside Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 33,398 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 30,736 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 28,487 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 25,308 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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P85 OSG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P85 OSG, 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 P85 OSG registered?

P85 OSG is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 22 March 1997.

Is P85 OSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P85 OSG shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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