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P502 XOU

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP502 XOU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025

Chain guard missing ()

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 21 Aug 2025

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Chain guard missing ()

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

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

Rear Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Apr 2024
Fail 13 Apr 2024

Handlebar fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 71,239 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2020 71,238 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motorcycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 66,058 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 64,870 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 63,869 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2012 63,720 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 63,148 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 62,446 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 61,279 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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P502 XOU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P502 XOU, 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 P502 XOU registered?

P502 XOU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 15 July 1997.

Is P502 XOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P502 XOU shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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