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R121 FNA

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,122 mi
Last recorded43,122 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR121 FNA
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 43,122 miles

Front Both front forks ( sills ) has a slight misting of oil

Pass 20 May 2022 42,914 miles

Front Slight misting of oil from both front fork seals but not affecting suspension operation

Pass 16 Jul 2019 41,344 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 39,835 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 38,205 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2015 34,300 miles

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

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 25 Nov 2015 34,300 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 10 May 2014 27,301 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 24,705 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 9 May 2013 23,734 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 22,907 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 21,046 miles
Fail 7 May 2011 21,046 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 20,874 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 20,368 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 20,363 miles

Rear Brake caliper(s) insecure (3.2.A1j)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 19,684 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 18,169 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 15,691 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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R121 FNA is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1998 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.9% with a typical mileage of 24,870 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 R121 FNA, 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 28 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 R121 FNA registered?

R121 FNA is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 24 January 1998.

Is R121 FNA safe to buy?

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