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R480 SJH

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2025
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,172 mi
Last recorded20,172 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR480 SJH
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2024 20,172 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2023 20,153 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 20,062 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 19,801 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2020
Pass 24 Nov 2018 19,320 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 17,915 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2016 17,260 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 17,234 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 17,221 miles

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 22 Sep 2012 17,196 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 17,178 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 17,157 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 16,906 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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R480 SJH is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 R480 SJH, 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 R480 SJH registered?

R480 SJH is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 9 December 1997.

Is R480 SJH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R480 SJH shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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