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P887 ADO

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2025
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

32,436 mi
Last recorded32,436 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP887 ADO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2024 32,436 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 32,166 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 31,886 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 31,794 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15kg (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 31,794 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort 15kg (1.2.1 (e))

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

Drive chain so worn it is likely to fail (6.1.7 (c) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 30,591 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking at clamp just before rear silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust slightly loose Strap around real silencer ill fitting. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch in headbearings with wheel raised. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 30,404 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 29,784 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 29,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 7 Jul 2016 29,119 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 26,480 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 21,147 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 21 Jul 2014 21,147 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 19,051 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 17,430 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 15,823 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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P887 ADO 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 81.3%.

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 P887 ADO, 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

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What year was P887 ADO registered?

P887 ADO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P887 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P887 ADO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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