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P963 KOV

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,949 mi
Last recorded41,949 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP963 KOV
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 41,949 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 41,382 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 40,437 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2022 39,711 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 38,984 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 38,642 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 38,198 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 37,904 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2017 37,635 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 19 Apr 2016 37,320 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 36,990 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 21 Apr 2015 36,990 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2014 36,506 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2014 36,506 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 35,031 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 33,982 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 31,966 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 28,617 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 26,361 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 25,637 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 25,191 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 25,102 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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P963 KOV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P963 KOV, 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 P963 KOV registered?

P963 KOV is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 25 February 1997.

Is P963 KOV safe to buy?

The MOT history for P963 KOV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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