CarVerify

Free Car Check

R515 NHG

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,259 mi
Last recorded31,259 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR515 NHG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 31,259 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

daytime use only and not to be used at times of reduced visibility

Pass 24 Apr 2024 29,732 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 23,440 miles

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

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 22,922 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 22,387 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 21,931 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 21,422 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 19,563 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 17,912 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2a)

Pass 4 May 2012 16,775 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 15,884 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 15,441 miles

drive chain dry

Pass 11 Apr 2009 13,280 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2009 13,280 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2007 12,071 miles

Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 10,356 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
Full Honda VTR1000 F reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R515 NHG 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 R515 NHG, 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

How do I check the history of R515 NHG?

You can check the full history of R515 NHG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R515 NHG registered?

R515 NHG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 23 June 1998.

Is R515 NHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R515 NHG 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.

Does R515 NHG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R515 NHG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.