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P878 KTF

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,667 mi
Last recorded114,667 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP878 KTF
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2011 114,667 miles

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

Front Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2010 107,295 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 107,295 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

Fail 5 Sep 2009 102,647 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2009 102,647 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 97,347 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2008 97,296 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 88,971 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 85,090 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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P878 KTF is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 P878 KTF, 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 P878 KTF registered?

P878 KTF is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 24 June 1997.

Is P878 KTF safe to buy?

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