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R321 PHN

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

48,377 mi
Last recorded48,377 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR321 PHN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 48,377 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 48,255 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 30 Aug 2023 47,835 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 47,312 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 46,626 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 46,078 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 45,977 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2019 45,938 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit at 1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 45,736 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

steering head bearings notched

Pass 4 Sep 2017 45,441 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Rear Rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 44,880 miles

Centre Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 44,543 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 42,140 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 41,787 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 38,621 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 34,962 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2009 33,180 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2008 25,486 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 25,459 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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R321 PHN is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R321 PHN, 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 R321 PHN registered?

R321 PHN is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R321 PHN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R321 PHN shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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