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R388 NCN

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2025
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

33,636 mi
Last recorded33,636 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR388 NCN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 33,636 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2024 33,588 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2023 31,761 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 31,132 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 64,467 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 64,312 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 17 Sep 2005 58,601 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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R388 NCN is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R388 NCN, 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 R388 NCN?

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What year was R388 NCN registered?

R388 NCN is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R388 NCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R388 NCN shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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