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P953 MOO

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,567 mi
Last recorded48,567 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP953 MOO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 48,567 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 48,028 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024 41,841 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2023 39,613 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2022 38,765 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 37,857 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 34,776 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 33,970 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 22 May 2018 33,970 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2017 33,758 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 27 May 2016 33,263 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 33,253 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 32,789 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 31,735 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 31,606 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 31,340 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 30,488 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 27,344 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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P953 MOO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red 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 P953 MOO, 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 P953 MOO registered?

P953 MOO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P953 MOO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P953 MOO 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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