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P971 HBG

1997 Honda Vfr 750

Green Petrol 750cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

39,799 mi
Last recorded39,799 miles
Recorded on2 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda Vfr 75027,908 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP971 HBG
MakeHonda
ModelVfr 750
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine750cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2015 39,799 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 36,223 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 31,676 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 25,799 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 18,369 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2010 18,369 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 16,722 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr 750?

Based on 2,159 MOT tests across 195 vehicles.

87.2%
Pass Rate
679
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
195
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 26
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 13
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 11
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P971 HBG is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750 in Green with a 750cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vfr 750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.4% with a typical mileage of 27,908 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 750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P971 HBG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr 750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vfr 750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P971 HBG registered?

P971 HBG is a 1997 Honda Vfr 750, first registered on 6 May 1997.

Is P971 HBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P971 HBG shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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