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R171 SKW

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR171 SKW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2015

no front,no rear lights,no indicators fitted no rear reflector fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2014 55,910 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 4 Jun 2013 54,932 miles

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2011 47,602 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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

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

advise front side light inop

Pass 27 Jul 2010 36,930 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 36,927 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Nearside Front Upper Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 24 Jul 2009 23,549 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 20,221 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 18,996 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2007 18,996 miles

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

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Sep 2006 18,070 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2005 14,965 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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R171 SKW is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R171 SKW, 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 R171 SKW registered?

R171 SKW is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 10 September 1997.

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