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R428 TJR

1998 Honda VTR1000

Purple Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2021
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

32,966 mi
Last recorded32,966 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2020
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR100027,585 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR428 TJR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2020 32,966 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 32,293 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Feb 2018 31,031 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 4 May 2016 27,582 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

Offside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 6 Mar 2015 26,584 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 25,279 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 24,058 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 24,006 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2011 23,764 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 23,764 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000?

Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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R428 TJR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 in Purple with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 27,585 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R428 TJR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VTR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R428 TJR registered?

R428 TJR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R428 TJR safe to buy?

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