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R447 ETU

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

31,345 mi
Last recorded31,345 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR447 ETU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 31,345 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 31,151 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 30,846 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 30,702 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 30,236 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2022 30,225 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2021 29,691 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 29,380 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2018 28,688 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2018 28,672 miles

Wheel fixing loose (multiple fixings) (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 27,212 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 23,927 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 23,668 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 23,523 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 22,457 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 22,352 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 22,041 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 21,148 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 19,330 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 19,069 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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R447 ETU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R447 ETU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R447 ETU registered?

R447 ETU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 25 November 1997.

Is R447 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R447 ETU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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