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P936 RPW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

37,753 mi
Last recorded37,753 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP936 RPW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 37,753 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 37,595 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 37,303 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2024 37,303 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2022 37,122 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2021 37,020 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 36,899 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2019 36,761 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2016 36,478 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 35,695 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 34,768 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 33,959 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 33,089 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 32,821 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 32,264 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 32,264 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 11 May 2009 31,579 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 30,900 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 30,877 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2006 29,438 miles

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

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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P936 RPW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 P936 RPW, 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 P936 RPW?

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What year was P936 RPW registered?

P936 RPW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 5 April 1997.

Is P936 RPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P936 RPW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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