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R396 CVU

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

33,456 mi
Last recorded33,456 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR396 CVU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 33,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 33,255 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2024 32,866 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear drive chain dry

Pass 19 Aug 2022 32,847 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

slightly discoloured brake fluid

Pass 21 Jul 2021 32,798 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2020 32,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2019 31,987 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 31,867 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2017 31,709 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 31,202 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 30,854 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 30,631 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2013 30,564 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 30,564 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2012 30,243 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 2 Oct 2010 29,834 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 29,181 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 26,776 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 24,512 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 24,506 miles

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

Pass 17 May 2006 21,364 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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R396 CVU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 R396 CVU, 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

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What year was R396 CVU registered?

R396 CVU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 30 March 1998.

Is R396 CVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R396 CVU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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