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R37 UBT

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

17,860 mi
Last recorded17,860 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2021
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR37 UBT
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2021 17,860 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

nearside holder has slight crack in

Fail 25 May 2021 17,860 miles

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

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 15 May 2020 17,185 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Aug 2018 16,790 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 15,611 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 14,465 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2015 13,606 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2015 13,606 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 12,990 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2013 12,542 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

fairings have been removed,causing sharp edges at radiators

Fail 21 Jun 2013 12,542 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

fairings have been removed,causing sharp edges at radiators

Pass 20 Jun 2012 11,809 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2011 11,371 miles
Fail 30 May 2011 11,363 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 8,172 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2009 7,722 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2008 7,535 miles

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

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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R37 UBT is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 R37 UBT, 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 R37 UBT registered?

R37 UBT is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 16 September 1997.

Is R37 UBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R37 UBT shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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