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P823 UTM

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

19,720 mi
Last recorded19,720 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP823 UTM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 19,720 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 17,528 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 13,793 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 12,825 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 12,363 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 11,121 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Apr 2018 9,977 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Apr 2018 9,977 miles

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

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 29 Apr 2017 9,533 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 9,467 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 9,368 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 9,121 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 9 Mar 2012 8,547 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 7,518 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2009 6,951 miles

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

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 1 Apr 2009 6,951 miles

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Pass 13 Aug 2007 6,840 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 15 Jun 2006 6,723 miles

Nearside Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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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P823 UTM is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P823 UTM, 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 P823 UTM registered?

P823 UTM is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 7 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P823 UTM shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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