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J4 ORT

1999 Honda VTR1000 F

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

21,264 mi
Last recorded21,264 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2025
Typical for 1999 Honda VTR1000 F22,342 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 ORT
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2025 21,264 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2025 21,264 miles

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

Handlebar retaining device loose (2.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jun 2023 21,162 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2022 20,015 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2021 19,262 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 19,226 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 18,983 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 18,783 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 18,645 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 18,282 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 17,898 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 17,421 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2013 17,421 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 17,064 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 16,324 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2010 15,174 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 13,621 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 12,940 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 11,398 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 11,398 miles

Lower Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

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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J4 ORT is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1999 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 22,342 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 J4 ORT, 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 27 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J4 ORT registered?

J4 ORT is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 2 July 1999.

Is J4 ORT safe to buy?

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