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K5 VTR

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Grey Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

47,077 mi
Last recorded47,077 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK5 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 47,077 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 46,498 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 46,180 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 45,792 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2018 45,792 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 45,722 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 44,971 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2015 44,508 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 1 Apr 2014 44,109 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2013 42,072 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2013 42,072 miles

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

Pass 3 Apr 2012 39,201 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 38,693 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2011 38,693 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 18 Aug 2009 37,619 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 36,061 miles
Fail 14 May 2007 36,036 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 12 May 2006 28,494 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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K5 VTR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Grey with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 K5 VTR, 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 K5 VTR registered?

K5 VTR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is K5 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K5 VTR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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