MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
37,921 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake hose stretched by steering movement (3.2.B3b)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel has an excessively distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Front Wheel has an excessively eccentric bead rim. (4.2.2)
Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)
Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
How Reliable is the Honda Vtr 1000 F?
Based on 2,831 MOT tests across 485 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R497 FCV is a 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
Across all 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 20,808 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 Vtr 1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 FCV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Honda Vtr 1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Vtr 1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R497 FCV registered?
R497 FCV is a 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F, first registered on 25 March 1998.
Is R497 FCV safe to buy?
The MOT history for R497 FCV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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