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K90 JDM

1997 Honda VTR1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,390 mi
Last recorded38,390 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR100031,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK90 JDM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 38,390 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 38,164 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 38,055 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2023 37,868 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 37,452 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2022 37,445 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Mar 2021 37,056 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 36,827 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2020 36,827 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2019 36,309 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 35,721 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 35,335 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2015 35,315 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 35,107 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 33,489 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 32,422 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 31,138 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 29,842 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 27,121 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

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

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000?

Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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K90 JDM is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1997 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K90 JDM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VTR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of K90 JDM?

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What year was K90 JDM registered?

K90 JDM is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is K90 JDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K90 JDM shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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