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P242 NFL

1997 Honda VTR1000

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,159 mi
Last recorded41,159 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR100031,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP242 NFL
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 41,159 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 41,157 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 41,137 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 40,940 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 40,769 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 40,767 miles

Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6) DANGEROUS

Headlamp aim too low (1.6) DANGEROUS

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 38,330 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 37,673 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 35,853 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 May 2007 31,998 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 31,844 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

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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P242 NFL is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 P242 NFL, 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

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What year was P242 NFL registered?

P242 NFL is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 26 February 1997.

Is P242 NFL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P242 NFL shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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