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P985 WGJ

1997 Honda VFR750F

Green Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

61,802 mi
Last recorded61,802 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP985 WGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 61,802 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 59,991 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2023 57,115 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 55,196 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2021 54,003 miles

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

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 49,179 miles

Rear Upper Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust joint has small leak (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 45,190 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 44,590 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2017 44,518 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 43,426 miles

HEADLAMP DEFLECTOR FITTED

Pass 26 May 2015 42,760 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 Mar 2014 42,288 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 42,192 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 42,057 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 9 Mar 2011 41,773 miles

rear tyre has cut in centre of tread

Pass 26 Mar 2010 41,263 miles

rear tyre has split in centre

Fail 22 Mar 2010 41,259 miles

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

rear tyre has split in centre

Pass 24 Feb 2009 39,734 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 36,459 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 30,862 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 30,415 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2006 30,412 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

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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P985 WGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Green with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 P985 WGJ, 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 P985 WGJ registered?

P985 WGJ is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 11 June 1997.

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The MOT history for P985 WGJ shows 22 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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