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P961 YFT

1997 Honda Vfr

Blue Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

50,934 mi
Last recorded50,934 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr32,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP961 YFT
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 50,934 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 49,804 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 48,605 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 10 Jun 2019 48,605 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 22 May 2018 47,537 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 47,446 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 47,446 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 47,379 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 47,330 miles

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

Fail 5 Apr 2013 47,321 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 46,850 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 44,731 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2009 43,845 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 43,728 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 43,646 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 34,470 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2006 34,470 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2005 29,927 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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P961 YFT is a 1997 Honda Vfr in Blue with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 32,670 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 Vfr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P961 YFT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P961 YFT registered?

P961 YFT is a 1997 Honda Vfr, first registered on 20 February 1997.

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