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P905 DFJ

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2024
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

31,501 mi
Last recorded31,501 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP905 DFJ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2023 31,501 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2022 30,269 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 28,693 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 27,009 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2018 26,672 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 26,672 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2016 26,195 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2016 26,195 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2014 21,645 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2013 16,758 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 16,705 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 16,542 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 16,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 26 May 2009 16,361 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 16,189 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1)

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

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

Pass 25 May 2007 15,540 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 14,689 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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P905 DFJ is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black 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 P905 DFJ, 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 P905 DFJ registered?

P905 DFJ is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 21 March 1997.

Is P905 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P905 DFJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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