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P965 WGJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Blue Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 May 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

64,031 mi
Last recorded64,031 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP965 WGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 64,031 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 63,258 miles
Pass 25 May 2024 61,881 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 60,736 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2022 60,052 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 59,604 miles
Fail 1 May 2021 59,586 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 58,247 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 57,194 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 57,106 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 55,669 miles

front discs, excessively corroded

rear chain worn (tight spot)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 54,813 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2015 54,813 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 53,414 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 48,067 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 48,067 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 46,844 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 44,348 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2009 43,281 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2009 43,281 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2008 40,953 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 36,489 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Fail 6 Sep 2007 36,489 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Pass 19 Sep 2006 32,542 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2006 32,542 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 16 Sep 2006 32,526 miles

Nearside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Offside Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Rear Brake pedal insecure (3.1.2a)

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2005 28,486 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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P965 WGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Blue with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 P965 WGJ, 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 P965 WGJ registered?

P965 WGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 30 May 1997.

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