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R241 NGM

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2023
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

22,034 mi
Last recorded22,034 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR241 NGM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2022 22,034 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2022 22,034 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 22,012 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose Cush drive rubbers worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened Front fork dust seals (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Oil cooler lines in rusty condition

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 19,394 miles

Forks slightly corroded Slight corrosion to chrome stanctions (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Slight corrosion / dry drive chain

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch to centre Head bearing (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2021 19,394 miles

Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected Throttle sticking open (6.2.7 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Forks slightly corroded Slight corrosion to chrome stanctions (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Slight corrosion / dry drive chain

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch to centre Head bearing (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 18,996 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Oil filter corrosion (Slight)

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch to centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 26 Feb 2020 18,993 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Cables from headlamp loose around steering (Likely to trap in steering) (2.1.4 (c))

Throttle operating incorrectly Throttle sticking open on full lock (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component likely to fail Both fork stanchions, Corroded excessively (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery flat (Jump start)

Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied Front brake lever snapped but operable (1.1.2 (d))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Indicator switch inoperative Indicator switch sticking PRS (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Oil filter corrosion (Slight)

Position lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements Switch Headlamp dip beam switch sticking PRS (4.2.2 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slight notch to centre (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Drive chain corroded excessively

Pass 5 Apr 2018 17,277 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2016 17,090 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 15,203 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2015 15,203 miles

Rear Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 21 Jul 2008 15,134 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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R241 NGM 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 58.3%.

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 R241 NGM, 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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R241 NGM is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 3 September 1997.

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