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P954 SPW

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,949 mi
Last recorded59,949 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP954 SPW
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Jul 2026 59,949 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2025 59,654 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 59,653 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 59,456 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2019 59,380 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 59,337 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 59,213 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 58,835 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated RR silencer clamp (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 53,918 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 53,830 miles

Headlamp damaged but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 53,729 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 52,343 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 51,088 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 48,302 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 46,046 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 43,449 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Rear 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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P954 SPW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P954 SPW, 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 P954 SPW registered?

P954 SPW is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 13 June 1997.

Is P954 SPW safe to buy?

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