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P654 XUG

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP654 XUG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025
Pass 21 Sep 2024 23,783 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 23,698 miles

Front Handlebar just slightly fouls on fairings when full lock to the right.

Fail 27 Sep 2023 23,698 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured Rear brake disk has multiple fractures. (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Handlebar just slightly fouls on fairings when full lock to the right.

Pass 22 Sep 2022 23,685 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 23,672 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 23,601 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 23,514 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 23,383 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2017 23,324 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 23,138 miles

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

Fail 16 Aug 2016 23,113 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 22,886 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 22,280 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 21,466 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 20,865 miles

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Fail 1 Sep 2011 20,865 miles

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

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

Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front brake fluid looks dirty

Pass 24 May 2010 18,477 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 16,717 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 23 May 2008 13,486 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 10,613 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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P654 XUG is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P654 XUG, 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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P654 XUG is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 13 May 1997.

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