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P881 FHC

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,097 mi
Last recorded34,097 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP881 FHC
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 34,097 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 34,092 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 34,088 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 33,976 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 33,963 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2019 33,854 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 33,833 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 33,724 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 33,503 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2015 33,415 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 33,148 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 32,511 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 30,897 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 29,728 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 29,728 miles

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 28,401 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 28,401 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 28,000 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 23,404 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 20,214 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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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P881 FHC is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P881 FHC, 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 P881 FHC registered?

P881 FHC is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P881 FHC safe to buy?

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