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P853 SFL

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

30,585 mi
Last recorded30,585 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP853 SFL
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2026 30,585 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

head light mask fitted

Pass 15 May 2025 30,523 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Head light mask fitted at time of testing

Pass 21 May 2022 30,441 miles

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 21 May 2022 30,440 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 8 Sep 2020 30,301 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2019 29,603 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 28,395 miles

Exhaust loud

Pass 13 Apr 2017 26,902 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 26,186 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 25,348 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 8 Jul 2014 25,348 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 24,995 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 23,274 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 May 2009 23,008 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 22,978 miles

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

Fail 13 Apr 2007 22,974 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2006 21,663 miles

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

headlamp masks/converters fitted

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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P853 SFL 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 82.4%.

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 P853 SFL, 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 P853 SFL registered?

P853 SFL is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P853 SFL safe to buy?

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