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P980 RAM

1996 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,374 mi
Last recorded37,374 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Honda VFR750F33,151 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP980 RAM
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 37,374 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 36,362 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2024 35,454 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 35,179 miles

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

Exhaust system rusty/corroded

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Road spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 35,061 miles

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort Front (1.2.1 (e))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 34,554 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 33,028 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 32,580 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 31,222 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 30,904 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 29,360 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2014 28,673 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 28,452 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2009 27,258 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 25,289 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2005 24,788 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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P980 RAM is a 1996 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Honda VFR750F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 33,151 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 P980 RAM, 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 30 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 P980 RAM registered?

P980 RAM is a 1996 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P980 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P980 RAM shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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