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H947 XYC

1998 Honda Vtr

Red Petrol 399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda Vtr27,521 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH947 XYC
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine399cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 May 2026

Central Exhaust slightly loose central exhaust loose (6.1.2 (a))

Central Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit front [CENTRE TYRE WORN ] (5.2.3 (e))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit REAR[CENTRE TYRE VERY VERY WORN] (5.2.3 (e))

Exhaust noisy exhaust noisy [at time of testing] (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp throwing direct white light to the rear rear number plat light dull (4.7.1 (a))

little reserve travel in front o/s handbrake

Pass 19 May 2025 64,721 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake disc worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit rear brake pads worn (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 62,770 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Apr 2024 62,770 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements to small (0.1 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 61,399 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jan 2023 61,391 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 60,235 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 60,229 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect rear shock very slow to return (5.3.2 (b))

Throttle operating incorrectly sticking throttle (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Motorcycle structure inadequately repaired such that it is likely to adversely affect braking or steering front mudguard insecure (bolt missing) (6.1.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2020 59,439 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 58,011 miles

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

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

Offside Lower Exhaust clamp deteriorated.

Rear Nail in tyre

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 57,135 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear No plate deteriated

Pass 25 Apr 2017 56,011 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2017 56,011 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2016 54,064 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 52,730 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 19 Sep 2014 52,712 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 51,622 miles

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

Fail 10 Jul 2013 51,604 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 49,006 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 47,807 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 43,058 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr?

Based on 2,106 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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H947 XYC is a 1998 Honda Vtr in Red with a 399cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 27,521 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 Vtr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying H947 XYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was H947 XYC registered?

H947 XYC is a 1998 Honda Vtr, first registered on 17 October 1998.

Is H947 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for H947 XYC shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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