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P801 VEE

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2021
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

44,162 mi
Last recorded44,162 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP801 VEE
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2020 44,162 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 43,464 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp mask fitted

Pass 3 Jun 2014 40,521 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 22 May 2013 34,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 May 2013 34,890 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 May 2012 32,967 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 22 May 2012 32,967 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2011 31,652 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 29,548 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 29,349 miles

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

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

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 26,588 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 23,811 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 6,205 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 19,918 miles

beam deflector fitted at time of test

brake fluid needs replacing asap

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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P801 VEE is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 P801 VEE, 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 P801 VEE registered?

P801 VEE is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 23 May 1997.

Is P801 VEE safe to buy?

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