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P972 UGK

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2025
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,691 mi
Last recorded26,691 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP972 UGK
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2024 26,691 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 25,569 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 24,618 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 22,881 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 21,763 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2017 21,185 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 19,953 miles

Exhaust noisy silencer (7.1.2)

Fail 19 Apr 2016 19,928 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake front brakes binding (3.3.A1a)

Nearside Front Upper Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables clutch master cyl reservoir hose pinched when handlebars on full left hand lock (2.1.2c)

Exhaust noisy silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2010 18,262 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 29 May 2008 15,154 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 13,245 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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P972 UGK is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 P972 UGK, 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 P972 UGK registered?

P972 UGK is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 28 February 1997.

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The MOT history for P972 UGK shows 11 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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