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R508 FFU

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

40,063 mi
Last recorded40,063 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 FFU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 40,063 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 39,695 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 39,072 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 38,783 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 38,512 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 28 May 2021 38,145 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 37,404 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 36,554 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 35,530 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 34,883 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 34,227 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 33,153 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 31,519 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2012 29,587 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 27,762 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 26,065 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 24,598 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 24,455 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2008 24,455 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 23,076 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 20,088 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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R508 FFU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R508 FFU, 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 R508 FFU registered?

R508 FFU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R508 FFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 FFU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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