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R40 VTR

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

29,500 mi
Last recorded29,500 miles
Recorded on16 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR40 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2012 29,500 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 29,161 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 May 2010 28,840 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 28,053 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 27,747 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 26,702 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 23,728 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2006 23,723 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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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R40 VTR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R40 VTR, 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 R40 VTR registered?

R40 VTR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 21 September 1998.

Is R40 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R40 VTR shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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