MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,468 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
rear tyre is in fine state but is a very old tyre
Front Brake lever is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)
Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Front Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)
Rear Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
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.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R165 ECT is a 1998 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 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 R165 ECT, 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 R165 ECT registered?
R165 ECT is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 9 March 1998.
Is R165 ECT safe to buy?
The MOT history for R165 ECT 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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