CarVerify

Free Car Check

P27 VKH

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Aug 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

32,296 mi
Last recorded32,296 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP27 VKH
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2026 32,296 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2026 32,294 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak FORK SEAL (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Jun 2022 31,860 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2021 31,761 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2021 31,761 miles

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling adjusted as nec (2.4 (a))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 33,981 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 30,779 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 29,430 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2017 27,504 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2015 21,512 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 21,512 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 18,694 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 17,764 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 16,599 miles

Rear brake effort lower than standard

Pass 16 Apr 2011 15,112 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

correct number plate fitted prior to test

front tyre tread cracking

Pass 6 May 2010 13,882 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 13,882 miles

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2009 13,092 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 13,092 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 3 May 2008 11,848 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 5 May 2007 11,083 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2006 10,441 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Pass 11 May 2006 8,957 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 8,122 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 8,122 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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
Full Honda VTR1000 F reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P27 VKH is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 P27 VKH, 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

How do I check the history of P27 VKH?

You can check the full history of P27 VKH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P27 VKH registered?

P27 VKH is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P27 VKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for P27 VKH shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P27 VKH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P27 VKH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.