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R4 VTR

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

37,138 mi
Last recorded37,138 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 37,138 miles

Clutch lever shortened (6.2.7 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 36,884 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 36,146 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 34,296 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 34,296 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 33,917 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Nearside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 4 Feb 2016 33,781 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 32,636 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 30,431 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 22,778 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 17,566 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 16,886 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2007 16,147 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2005 14,149 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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R4 VTR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R4 VTR, 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.

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What year was R4 VTR registered?

R4 VTR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R4 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R4 VTR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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