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P997 VRO

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

37,461 mi
Last recorded37,461 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP997 VRO
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 37,461 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2026 37,451 miles

Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 36,615 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust system corroded

Rear Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 4 Apr 2023 35,861 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2023 35,861 miles

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 35,643 miles
Pass 21 May 2019 35,552 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 33,966 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 33,500 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 33,412 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 22 May 2014 31,837 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 29,670 miles

Front and rear tyres are wearing low.

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2011 27,695 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 24,602 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 21,734 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 19,225 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 17,423 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 16,804 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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P997 VRO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P997 VRO, 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 P997 VRO registered?

P997 VRO is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P997 VRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P997 VRO shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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