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P533 ETA

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

53,856 mi
Last recorded53,856 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP533 ETA
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2017 53,856 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2017 53,648 miles

Brake locking device missing Front brake disc offside missing bolt (3.2.A1e)

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 49,291 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 44,338 miles
Fail 23 May 2014 38,263 miles

Front Stop lamp damaged and function impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 23 May 2014 38,263 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 35,007 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2013 35,006 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 31,757 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 26,596 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 21,159 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 17,188 miles

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

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

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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P533 ETA is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 P533 ETA, 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 P533 ETA registered?

P533 ETA is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P533 ETA safe to buy?

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