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R462 CNB

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2025
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR462 CNB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2024

Exhaust noisy Aftermarket cans (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Fork seals deteriorated

Slight oil leak at side stand

Fail 15 May 2024

Exhaust noisy Aftermarket cans (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front Fork seals deteriorated

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure both sides silencer clamps rattling loose (6.1.2 (a))

Slight oil leak at side stand

Pass 20 Jun 2018 45,231 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 43,698 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2016 37,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 31 Mar 2016 37,961 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 30,666 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 30,632 miles

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

fork dust seals corroded

Pass 2 May 2013 21,911 miles
Fail 2 May 2013 21,911 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 59,804 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2012 59,804 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 59,278 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 59,278 miles

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 54,100 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 47,678 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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R462 CNB is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R462 CNB, 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.

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R462 CNB is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 16 January 1998.

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