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K222 DPS

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

14,347 mi
Last recorded14,347 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK222 DPS
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 14,347 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2024 14,237 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 13,603 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2020 13,584 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 12,059 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 11,222 miles

front brakes are dragging slightly

Pass 22 Mar 2017 10,291 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 9,980 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 9,257 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 9,033 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2013 8,478 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 8,478 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 6,587 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 5,754 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 5,412 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 5,412 miles

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

Fail 25 Oct 2008 5,085 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2008 5,085 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 4,963 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 4,612 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 4,612 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Oct 2005 4,532 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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K222 DPS is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1997 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 27,104 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 K222 DPS, 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 29 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K222 DPS registered?

K222 DPS is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is K222 DPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for K222 DPS shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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