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R26 DVR

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

30,637 mi
Last recorded30,637 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2010
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 DVR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2010 30,637 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 27,420 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2009 27,419 miles

Registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Jun 2008 19,482 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.6)

Pass 9 Jun 2008 19,482 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2007 19,274 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 18,947 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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R26 DVR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R26 DVR, 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

How do I check the history of R26 DVR?

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What year was R26 DVR registered?

R26 DVR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 22 May 1998.

Is R26 DVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 DVR shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R26 DVR have outstanding finance?

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