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P579 RRT

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

50,808 mi
Last recorded50,808 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP579 RRT
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2021 50,808 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 50,160 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 49,563 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 48,491 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 45,609 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 38,823 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 38,466 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 37,859 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2011 37,252 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 36,296 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Jul 2010 36,200 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2009 35,019 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2008 33,698 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2008 33,626 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2007 32,471 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2005 31,180 miles

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

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

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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P579 RRT is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P579 RRT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P579 RRT registered?

P579 RRT is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 April 1997.

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