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R389 XCK

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

22,806 mi
Last recorded22,806 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR389 XCK
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2024 22,806 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 21,115 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 19,252 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 19,215 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 19,136 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 19,127 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 19,102 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 19,042 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 18,977 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 18,694 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 18,308 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 17,681 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2011 17,681 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2010 16,274 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2007 15,050 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 22 Aug 2007 15,050 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 15,049 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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R389 XCK 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 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R389 XCK, 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 R389 XCK registered?

R389 XCK is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R389 XCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R389 XCK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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