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P983 WGH

1997 Honda VFR750

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

22,130 mi
Last recorded22,130 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR75032,393 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP983 WGH
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2018 22,130 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 21,995 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2017 21,995 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 21 May 2016 21,771 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 21,612 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 21,076 miles
Fail 31 May 2014 21,076 miles

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 31 May 2013 20,912 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 20,689 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 20,389 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 20,004 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 19,487 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 18,773 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 18,226 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 17,593 miles

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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P983 WGH is a 1997 Honda VFR750 in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 P983 WGH, 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.

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What year was P983 WGH registered?

P983 WGH is a 1997 Honda VFR750, first registered on 25 April 1997.

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