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R359 FGC

1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,512 mi
Last recorded38,512 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F20,808 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR359 FGC
MakeHonda
ModelVtr 1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2026 38,512 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 3 Aug 2026 38,512 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 12 May 2023 38,273 miles

Rear Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2016 37,782 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

front brake binds slightly

Pass 25 Jul 2015 36,764 miles

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2015 36,764 miles

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

One of two tail bulbs out

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 35,020 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2013 33,447 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2013 33,447 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 31,599 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2012 31,599 miles

Front Brake lever pivots excessively worn (3.1.3a)

Pass 2 Jun 2012 31,432 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 26,937 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 24,423 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 22,966 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2008 21,804 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 20,809 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 19,886 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr 1000 F?

Based on 2,831 MOT tests across 485 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
562
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
485
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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R359 FGC is a 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 20,808 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 Vtr 1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R359 FGC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtr 1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Vtr 1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R359 FGC registered?

R359 FGC is a 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R359 FGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R359 FGC shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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