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P977 RAM

1996 Honda Vfr

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

73,796 mi
Last recorded73,796 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda Vfr34,543 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP977 RAM
MakeHonda
ModelVfr
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 73,796 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 69,041 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 68,677 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 68,656 miles

Central Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs in poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake front discs showing fluctuation (warped) on roller brake tester (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Upper main beam switch activated by windscreen fairing when handle bars on full lock right.

Nearside Front Upper near side fairing cracked but not likely to fall off

Offside Front Upper throttle cables jamming between handle bars and clocks when on full lock left.

Pass 22 Oct 2020 68,608 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 68,029 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 68,029 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly heated grip hitting tank (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar throttle grip loose (2.2.1 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 65,097 miles

Central Front Upper Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2017 63,121 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 63,071 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 62,682 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 60,964 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 58,534 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 55,282 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 51,749 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 50,139 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2010 50,139 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear spring corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4A1b(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 49,265 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Nearside Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2008 48,164 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 45,944 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 45,941 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 May 2006 43,331 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 18 May 2006 43,331 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Honda Vfr?

Based on 41,575 MOT tests across 5,815 vehicles.

90.9%
Pass Rate
1,191
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
5,815
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 222
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 161
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 120
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 105
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P977 RAM is a 1996 Honda Vfr in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1996 Honda Vfr models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.6% with a typical mileage of 34,543 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 222 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P977 RAM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vfr typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Honda Vfr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P977 RAM registered?

P977 RAM is a 1996 Honda Vfr, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P977 RAM safe to buy?

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