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P168 LOF

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

4,270 mi
Last recorded4,270 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP168 LOF
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 4,270 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2024 4,264 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 4,260 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 3,921 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 3,911 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 3,714 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 3,695 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 3,679 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 3,652 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 3,560 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 3,524 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 3,499 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 3,495 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 3,468 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 3,396 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 3,214 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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P168 LOF is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P168 LOF, 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 P168 LOF registered?

P168 LOF is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 8 May 1997.

Is P168 LOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P168 LOF shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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