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R251 EVM

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

47,521 mi
Last recorded47,521 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR251 EVM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2016 47,521 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 46,019 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 43,420 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 35,658 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 8 Sep 2012 34,484 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 32,104 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 25 Sep 2010 31,864 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 31,761 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 12 Sep 2009 31,761 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Sep 2008 30,754 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 6 Sep 2008 30,754 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 28,834 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 19,887 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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R251 EVM is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 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 R251 EVM, 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.

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What year was R251 EVM registered?

R251 EVM is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 19 May 1998.

Is R251 EVM safe to buy?

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