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R388 MJH

1998 Honda Vtr

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

28,104 mi
Last recorded28,104 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Honda Vtr27,521 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR388 MJH
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2019 28,104 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2015 27,148 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 27,030 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 11 Nov 2010 26,277 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2010 26,277 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 25,566 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 24,848 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2008 24,740 miles

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

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2007 24,189 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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R388 MJH is a 1998 Honda Vtr in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 27,521 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R388 MJH, 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 28 years old, this Honda Vtr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R388 MJH registered?

R388 MJH is a 1998 Honda Vtr, first registered on 14 May 1998.

Is R388 MJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R388 MJH shows 9 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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