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P948 RPW

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

40,267 mi
Last recorded40,267 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2018
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP948 RPW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2018 40,267 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 9 Feb 2018 40,267 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 40,115 miles

headlight convertors fiftted

Pass 11 Apr 2015 39,995 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 7 Sep 2013 39,765 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2012 39,377 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Aug 2011 38,675 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 38,675 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 14 Aug 2010 36,200 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2009 33,601 miles

front tyre worn uneven

Fail 15 Aug 2009 33,601 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

front tyre worn uneven

Pass 6 Aug 2008 30,572 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2008 30,550 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not of equal width along their entire length (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 30,325 miles

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

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
Full Honda VTR1000 F reliability report

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P948 RPW is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P948 RPW, 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 P948 RPW registered?

P948 RPW is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 9 May 1997.

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The MOT history for P948 RPW shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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