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R508 GVW

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,661 mi
Last recorded44,661 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR508 GVW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 44,661 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 43,736 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 43,421 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 42,672 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 42,289 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 41,805 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 41,270 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 40,391 miles

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 40,308 miles

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 worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 17 Mar 2017 39,596 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 37,493 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 22 Mar 2016 37,493 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2015 35,269 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 24,764 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 23 Mar 2013 16,987 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2006 16,970 miles

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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R508 GVW is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GVW, 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 GVW registered?

R508 GVW is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 May 1998.

Is R508 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R508 GVW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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