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R43 UBT

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,049 mi
Last recorded35,049 miles
Recorded on8 May 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR43 UBT
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 8 May 2024 35,049 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 35,046 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 35,014 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2019 34,993 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 19 May 2018 34,928 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2017 34,870 miles

Rear Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 17 May 2016 34,824 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 34,794 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 34,431 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 32,438 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 30,937 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 28,544 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 28,287 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 25,933 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 22,630 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 20,164 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 17,725 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 15,723 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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R43 UBT is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R43 UBT, 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 R43 UBT registered?

R43 UBT is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 19 September 1997.

Is R43 UBT safe to buy?

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