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F18 FOW

2003 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

27,330 mi
Last recorded27,330 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 F15,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF18 FOW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 27,330 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 26,512 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 24,833 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 24,830 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 24,539 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 24,536 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 May 2019 23,008 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 May 2019 23,008 miles

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 20,967 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 20,175 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 19,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 6 May 2016 19,226 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Fail 28 Apr 2015 17,762 miles

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

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 17,762 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2014 15,833 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 13,353 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2012 12,498 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 9,560 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 9,251 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 8,414 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 6,916 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 6,411 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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F18 FOW is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.9% with a typical mileage of 15,304 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 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 F18 FOW, 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 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F18 FOW registered?

F18 FOW is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is F18 FOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F18 FOW shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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