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R470 WJF

1998 Honda NT650V

Beige Petrol 647cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

71,140 mi
Last recorded71,140 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda NT650V32,334 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR470 WJF
MakeHonda
ModelNT650V
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine647cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 71,140 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2026 71,073 miles

Front Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 60,356 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 46,254 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 46,254 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 43,088 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2021 42,382 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 19 Aug 2020 41,303 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 40,907 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 40,564 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 40,147 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 39,136 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 39,015 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 38,994 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 38,609 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 38,581 miles

Sidecar wheel bearings are excessively rough (5.2.3d)

Sidecar wheel bearings have excessive free play (5.2.3c)

Pass 6 Aug 2013 38,178 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 37,836 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 33,152 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2012 33,152 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Sidecar wheel bearings are excessively rough (5.2.3d)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 31,503 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 28,450 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 25,836 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 24,517 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 22,500 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 19,115 miles

How Reliable is the Honda NT650V?

Based on 55,724 MOT tests across 4,370 vehicles.

85.0%
Pass Rate
1,241
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
4,370
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,032
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 892
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 828
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 436
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 307
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R470 WJF is a 1998 Honda NT650V in Beige with a 647cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1998 Honda NT650V models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.0% with a typical mileage of 32,334 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 NT650V fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,032 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R470 WJF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda NT650V typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Honda NT650V is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R470 WJF registered?

R470 WJF is a 1998 Honda NT650V, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R470 WJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R470 WJF shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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