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P31 VTR

1998 Honda VTR1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2026
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,436 mi
Last recorded23,436 miles
Recorded on1 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR100027,585 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP31 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 1 May 2025 23,436 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 22,948 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 22,738 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 8 Apr 2021 21,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2020 18,350 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 30 Jun 2018 18,240 miles

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 11 May 2017 18,019 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 20 Apr 2016 16,256 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 16,063 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2013 15,031 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2011 14,865 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 14,144 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 13,681 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 13,565 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2006 13,029 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 11,698 miles

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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P31 VTR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 27,585 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 P31 VTR, 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 28 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 P31 VTR registered?

P31 VTR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is P31 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P31 VTR shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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