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P998 NLT

1997 Honda VFR750F

Red Petrol 748cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

35,547 mi
Last recorded35,547 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VFR750F31,170 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP998 NLT
MakeHonda
ModelVFR750F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine748cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 35,547 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 34,962 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 May 2019 34,742 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 33,259 miles

Centre Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength Front brake pads near limit. (3.2.A1)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 29,929 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 29,929 miles

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 26,248 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 21,842 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 20,406 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 18,451 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 17,759 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 20,173 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 15,494 miles
Pass 20 May 2006 12,788 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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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P998 NLT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F in Red with a 748cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 P998 NLT, 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 P998 NLT registered?

P998 NLT is a 1997 Honda VFR750F, first registered on 27 February 1997.

Is P998 NLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P998 NLT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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