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IKZ 9838

1991 Honda VF1000R

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

20,399 mi
Last recorded20,399 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2010
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIKZ 9838
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000R
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2010 20,399 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 19,359 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

cannot clearly see rear brake fluid level

fuel tank seal worn

nut missing on o/s pillon footpeg

Pass 24 Sep 2008 16,285 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 16,285 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000R?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
191
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 5
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IKZ 9838 is a 1991 Honda VF1000R in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Honda VF1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying IKZ 9838, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 35 years old, this Honda VF1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was IKZ 9838 registered?

IKZ 9838 is a 1991 Honda VF1000R, first registered on 1 April 1991.

Is IKZ 9838 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IKZ 9838 shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does IKZ 9838 have outstanding finance?

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