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R24 JHW

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,907 mi
Last recorded43,907 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR24 JHW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 43,907 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 43,717 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 43,694 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 41,043 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 37,333 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 35,564 miles

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

rear footrests removed to make solo bike

Pass 18 Jul 2012 32,308 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 29,350 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2011 27,641 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 20,751 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2009 20,751 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jun 2008 25,270 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jul 2007 23,927 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 23,744 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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R24 JHW is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black 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 R24 JHW, 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 R24 JHW registered?

R24 JHW is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 23 March 1998.

Is R24 JHW safe to buy?

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