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P195 DSA

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2025
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

22,112 mi
Last recorded22,112 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP195 DSA
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2024 22,112 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 22,009 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 21,678 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 20,728 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 20,698 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2018 20,622 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 20,622 miles

Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort front and rear tyre presures wear low (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 20,563 miles

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 20 Apr 2017 20,563 miles

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

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Nearside Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 20,369 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 20,240 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 19,781 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 19,781 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Fail 29 Mar 2014 19,765 miles

Rear wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 2 Apr 2013 19,531 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 17,915 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 16,231 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2011 16,231 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Position lamp switch insecure (1.1.4b)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,879 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 13,722 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 13,720 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 12,911 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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P195 DSA is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 P195 DSA, 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 P195 DSA registered?

P195 DSA is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 12 March 1997.

Is P195 DSA safe to buy?

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