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R103 DKX

1997 Honda Vtr

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,152 mi
Last recorded56,152 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr30,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR103 DKX
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 56,152 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 50,059 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 42,066 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly Notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Drive Chain Rivet Link

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 36,556 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2021 35,505 miles

Rear tyre pressure seems to be low

Pass 8 Jul 2020 35,492 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 34,609 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 34,480 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2018 34,476 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 33,901 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2014 33,781 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 57,713 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2012 54,069 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 53,077 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 48,089 miles

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 40,272 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 38,865 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 37,828 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 37,353 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2006 37,353 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick-up is to the offside (1.6.1)

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr?

Based on 2,106 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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R103 DKX is a 1997 Honda Vtr in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vtr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R103 DKX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtr typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vtr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R103 DKX?

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What year was R103 DKX registered?

R103 DKX is a 1997 Honda Vtr, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R103 DKX safe to buy?

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