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P279 MSX

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2025
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,757 mi
Last recorded27,757 miles
Recorded on22 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 MSX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 22 May 2024 27,757 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 27,743 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 27,022 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 26,044 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

fairing touching switch gear on full lock (non obstructive)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 25,416 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 24,554 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 23,346 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 22,453 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 20,683 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 18,986 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 17,382 miles

Rear suspension lightly rubbing not affecting the movement of the rear suspension (2.4.A.3a)

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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P279 MSX is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 P279 MSX, 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 P279 MSX registered?

P279 MSX is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 March 1997.

Is P279 MSX safe to buy?

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