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R28 VTR

1997 Honda Vtr

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,699 mi
Last recorded12,699 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr30,529 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR28 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 12,699 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 12,450 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 11,716 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 10,680 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2022 10,285 miles

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 10,097 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 9,673 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 9,489 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 8,654 miles

Front front mudguard missing

Pass 16 Mar 2016 7,699 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 7,091 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 6,820 miles

front tyre starting to crack

Pass 4 Apr 2011 6,717 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 6,215 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 6,211 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 6,206 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr?

Based on 2,106 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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R28 VTR is a 1997 Honda Vtr in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,529 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vtr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R28 VTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtr typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vtr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R28 VTR registered?

R28 VTR is a 1997 Honda Vtr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R28 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R28 VTR shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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