MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
44,043 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000?
Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R196 DHU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.
Across all 1997 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R196 DHU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda VTR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VTR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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How do I check the history of R196 DHU?
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What year was R196 DHU registered?
R196 DHU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 11 September 1997.
Is R196 DHU safe to buy?
The MOT history for R196 DHU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R196 DHU have outstanding finance?
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