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R370 HTM

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

17,141 mi
Last recorded17,141 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR370 HTM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 17,141 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2024 17,012 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 16,922 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2022 16,832 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 16,665 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2021 16,659 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 16,648 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 16,575 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2018 16,521 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2017 16,377 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 16,201 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 16,077 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 15,972 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2013 15,820 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 15,642 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2011 15,567 miles

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

Fail 26 Mar 2011 15,567 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2010 15,405 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 15,405 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 14,747 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 14,398 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2006 14,099 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 14,099 miles

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

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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R370 HTM is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R370 HTM, 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 R370 HTM?

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What year was R370 HTM registered?

R370 HTM is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 6 June 1998.

Is R370 HTM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R370 HTM shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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