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R39 TFC

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

37,101 mi
Last recorded37,101 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR39 TFC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2023 37,101 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 36,855 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2019 36,166 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 34,535 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 34,535 miles

Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.2.B2b)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 32,474 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2016 32,474 miles

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

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 28,375 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Apr 2014 27,261 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 21,504 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 23 Sep 2011 20,002 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 18,670 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 16,558 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 15,136 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 14,181 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 12,640 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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R39 TFC is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 R39 TFC, 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 R39 TFC registered?

R39 TFC is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 13 August 1997.

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