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P839 RUR

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

29,649 mi
Last recorded29,649 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP839 RUR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2024 29,649 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly loose cush drive rubber (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 29,198 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort may need a service back of brake pads rusty (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 30 Sep 2023 29,198 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort may need a service back of brake pads rusty (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 29,168 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 29,147 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 28,713 miles

cush drive rubbers have slight free play

Pass 20 Jun 2019 27,958 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2019 27,957 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2018 26,529 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 26,372 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 26,350 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2011 26,113 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 25,156 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 22,986 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 22,144 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 21,674 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 20,568 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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P839 RUR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P839 RUR, 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 P839 RUR registered?

P839 RUR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 24 February 1997.

Is P839 RUR safe to buy?

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