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R438 MFV

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

18,503 mi
Last recorded18,503 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR438 MFV
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 18,503 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 16,805 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 12,467 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 11,196 miles

Offside Coolant leak

Pass 1 Jul 2020 11,117 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 11,068 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 10,781 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 10,290 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 9,544 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 8,783 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 5,650 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 1,378 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 1,347 miles

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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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R438 MFV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R438 MFV, 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 R438 MFV registered?

R438 MFV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 9 February 1998.

Is R438 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R438 MFV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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