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P73 VGC

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Multi-colour Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,188 mi
Last recorded35,188 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP73 VGC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 35,188 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 34,711 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 33,764 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 32,672 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 31,658 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 31,301 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2020 30,001 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 30,001 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2018 28,916 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front tyre out of shape

Pass 18 May 2015 24,844 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 24,209 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 23,333 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

both rear exhaust clamps broken

slight play in clutch lever pivot

Pass 21 Dec 2011 21,175 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 18,913 miles

rear number plate not square. not affecting lettering.

Fail 28 Jul 2009 18,913 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

rear number plate not square. not affecting lettering.

Pass 15 Jul 2008 16,667 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 16,017 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 16,001 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.2.B3b)

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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P73 VGC is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Multi-colour with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P73 VGC, 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 P73 VGC registered?

P73 VGC is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 4 April 1997.

Is P73 VGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P73 VGC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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