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P355 FWL

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2022
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

41,835 mi
Last recorded41,835 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP355 FWL
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2021 41,835 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 41,212 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2020 41,212 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 40,937 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 40,586 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 39,998 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2014 38,972 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 38,634 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 38,634 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2013 35,869 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2013 35,869 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 33,641 miles

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

Fail 3 May 2012 33,641 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2011 31,497 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 2 Mar 2011 31,438 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 31,285 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 30,370 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 29,691 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 27,719 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 25,743 miles

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

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

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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P355 FWL is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 P355 FWL, 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 P355 FWL registered?

P355 FWL is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P355 FWL safe to buy?

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