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P271 PJN

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2024
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,476 mi
Last recorded28,476 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP271 PJN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Apr 2026 28,476 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Pass 5 May 2023 33,910 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 5 May 2023 33,910 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket excessively loose cush drive worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock left hand lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 30,864 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 28,806 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 27,982 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Oct 2013 27,971 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 27,936 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 27,913 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 27,827 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 27,776 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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P271 PJN is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 P271 PJN, 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.

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What year was P271 PJN registered?

P271 PJN is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 17 April 1997.

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