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R481 AFC

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

63,095 mi
Last recorded63,095 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR481 AFC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 63,095 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2025 61,076 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 25 Apr 2025 61,076 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 59,875 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 58,826 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 57,885 miles

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2020 57,485 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2019 56,943 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 54,513 miles

Exhaust noisy

Pass 14 Jul 2017 52,049 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2016 50,675 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 46,603 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 29 Jul 2014 44,155 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 44,147 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 44,020 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 43,895 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Apr 2008 43,887 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 43,703 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 43,085 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

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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R481 AFC is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 R481 AFC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R481 AFC registered?

R481 AFC is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 2 March 1998.

Is R481 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R481 AFC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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