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E3 VTR

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

30,623 mi
Last recorded30,623 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE3 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 30,623 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 30,401 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2024 29,376 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 28,276 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2023 28,276 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Apr 2022 26,245 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 20,678 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2011 26,026 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 25,700 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 24,999 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 20,061 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 18,742 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 18,010 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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E3 VTR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 24,870 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E3 VTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E3 VTR?

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What year was E3 VTR registered?

E3 VTR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 27 March 1998.

Is E3 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E3 VTR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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