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R167 MTV

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

13,901 mi
Last recorded13,901 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR167 MTV
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2026 13,901 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 13,883 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2020 13,878 miles

tyres worn/old

2 exhaust bolts missing foot rest area

exhaust clamp broken on right hand side

rear brake effort fluctuation

Pass 26 May 2017 13,729 miles

Pattern Headlight correct board fitted

Pass 9 Apr 2016 13,589 miles

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

headlamp mask fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2015 13,224 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 10,974 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 28 Nov 2012 9,630 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 9,629 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 9,568 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

l/h rear side light not working

Pass 18 Jun 2008 7,699 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

l/hand rear side light not working

Pass 8 May 2007 5,152 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 6,286 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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R167 MTV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 R167 MTV, 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 R167 MTV registered?

R167 MTV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R167 MTV safe to buy?

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