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R123 TKN

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

38,129 mi
Last recorded38,129 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR123 TKN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 38,129 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2025 37,581 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 36,831 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2023 36,326 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 34,912 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 34,329 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 33,520 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 32,164 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 30,604 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 29,811 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 28,642 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 28,225 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 27,157 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 25,061 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 24,437 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 22,658 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 20,622 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 19,795 miles
Fail 5 May 2009 19,795 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 10 May 2008 18,077 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 15,517 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 12,684 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

steering bearings slighty notchy.

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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R123 TKN is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 R123 TKN, 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 R123 TKN registered?

R123 TKN is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 7 September 1997.

Is R123 TKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R123 TKN shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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