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R217 XVX

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2024
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,792 mi
Last recorded25,792 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR217 XVX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 14 Jun 2023 25,792 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 May 2022 25,709 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 24,931 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 24,277 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front brake disc slightly distorted

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 22,733 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2016 22,555 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 22,441 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 22,389 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 22,161 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2008 21,943 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2007 21,734 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2006 21,437 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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R217 XVX is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R217 XVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R217 XVX registered?

R217 XVX is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 9 August 1997.

Is R217 XVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R217 XVX shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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