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R285 OGT

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

White Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 OGT
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2024
Pass 22 Jul 2023 46,529 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2022 45,301 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2020 43,730 miles

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

Central Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Central Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 5 May 2018 42,218 miles

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

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength disk (3.2.A1)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 38,571 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 38,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 35,286 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 32,425 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 31,360 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 30,030 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Apr 2011 30,030 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 28,010 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 25,972 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 25,807 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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R285 OGT is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in White with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 R285 OGT, 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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What year was R285 OGT registered?

R285 OGT is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 6 December 1997.

Is R285 OGT safe to buy?

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