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P540 SFM

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

32,995 mi
Last recorded32,995 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2017
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP540 SFM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2017 32,995 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 14 Mar 2016 27,499 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2015 20,276 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 18,979 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 17,974 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,070 miles

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

front and rear tyre worn

Fail 9 Mar 2011 16,826 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

front tyre worn

Pass 9 Mar 2011 16,826 miles

front tyre worn

Pass 22 Mar 2010 16,667 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 15,832 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 14,904 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 14,904 miles

Rear Registration plate character(s) sloping (6.3.4b)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2006 12,665 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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P540 SFM 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 84.6%.

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 P540 SFM, 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 P540 SFM registered?

P540 SFM is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 12 June 1997.

Is P540 SFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P540 SFM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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