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P739 WAX

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,473 mi
Last recorded41,473 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP739 WAX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2024 41,473 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 23 Aug 2024 41,473 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 May 2019 40,086 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 38,792 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 37,908 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 37,145 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 36,395 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 35,164 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 31,989 miles

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 30,447 miles

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

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))

Fail 1 Feb 2011 30,447 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn to excess (6.2.1e)

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

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))

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Fail 25 Aug 2009 26,666 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Pass 25 Aug 2009 26,666 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 17,325 miles

Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 13,845 miles

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

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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P739 WAX is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P739 WAX, 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 P739 WAX registered?

P739 WAX is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 18 March 1997.

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