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R205 JYJ

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

30,780 mi
Last recorded30,780 miles
Recorded on16 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

RegistrationR205 JYJ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 30,780 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2024 41,084 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 40,255 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 40,022 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2016 39,276 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 39,222 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 38,905 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

very slight bind on front wheel

Pass 7 Apr 2012 37,382 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 34,822 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 31,267 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 28,783 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 24,971 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 24,971 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 20,993 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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R205 JYJ 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 92.9%.

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 R205 JYJ, 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 R205 JYJ registered?

R205 JYJ is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R205 JYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R205 JYJ 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.

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