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P518 GUX

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

8,585 mi
Last recorded8,585 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP518 GUX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 8,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2025 8,369 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 May 2024 8,245 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 16 Feb 2023 8,243 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 8,155 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 8,091 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2019 8,050 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 8,042 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 8,032 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 7,887 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 7,830 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

both tyres at 1mm replacement very soon

Pass 24 Jun 2013 7,747 miles

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

front tyre has 1mm only

Pass 2 Jun 2012 7,658 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Fail 2 Jun 2012 7,658 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 7,592 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2009 7,436 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2008 7,194 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 7,062 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2005 6,957 miles

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

unsure if rear trye has been recut

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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P518 GUX is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 P518 GUX, 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 P518 GUX registered?

P518 GUX is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 11 July 1997.

Is P518 GUX safe to buy?

The MOT history for P518 GUX shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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