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P973 FNT

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

35,154 mi
Last recorded35,154 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP973 FNT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2017 35,154 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2016 34,805 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 34,412 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 33,439 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 31,836 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 31,836 miles

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 29,822 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 27,347 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 10 Apr 2010 26,400 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 23,114 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 22,782 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2006 20,695 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2006 20,695 miles

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

How Reliable is the Honda VFR750?

Based on 11,107 MOT tests across 947 vehicles.

86.4%
Pass Rate
760
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
947
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 139
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 115
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 83
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 82
wheel bearings have excessive free play 66
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P973 FNT is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Honda VFR750 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 32,393 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 VFR750 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 139 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P973 FNT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VFR750 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VFR750 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P973 FNT registered?

P973 FNT is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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