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R138 LEU

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,172 mi
Last recorded32,172 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR138 LEU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 32,172 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 32,078 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 31,794 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 31,439 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 31,128 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 30,441 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

Pass 23 Jun 2015 28,873 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 27,038 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2013 25,334 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 25,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 23,979 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 23,351 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2007 22,609 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 21,151 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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R138 LEU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R138 LEU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R138 LEU registered?

R138 LEU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 27 June 1998.

Is R138 LEU safe to buy?

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