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R245 TYC

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

1 mi
Last recorded1 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR245 TYC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 1 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024
Pass 16 May 2023 22,437 miles
Fail 2 May 2023 22,391 miles

Stop lamp not working from front brake (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 14 May 2022 21,563 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 21,437 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 20,224 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 19,469 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 19,035 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2015 17,729 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 17,654 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 17,480 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 16,331 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 16,164 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 15,872 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 15,328 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 15,328 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 14,227 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 12,152 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2006 10,904 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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R245 TYC is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R245 TYC, 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 R245 TYC registered?

R245 TYC is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 4 April 1998.

Is R245 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R245 TYC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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