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P904 XTL

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

31,772 mi
Last recorded31,772 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP904 XTL
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2025 31,772 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 31,642 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 30,736 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 30,728 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 30,272 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

clutch fluid low

Pass 7 Jun 2012 30,262 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 26 May 2012 30,259 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 May 2011 30,196 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 30,177 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 29,958 miles
Fail 4 May 2007 29,956 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2006 29,027 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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P904 XTL is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P904 XTL, 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 P904 XTL registered?

P904 XTL is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 May 1997.

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