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R545 CVC

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

20,747 mi
Last recorded20,747 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR545 CVC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2026 20,747 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2018 20,670 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2017 20,465 miles
Pass 15 May 2016 20,169 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2014 19,999 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 19,603 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 21 Dec 2012 18,079 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 17,601 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 17,336 miles
Pass 31 May 2009 16,238 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 16,238 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 May 2008 15,711 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2007 15,022 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2006 14,718 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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R545 CVC 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 R545 CVC, 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 R545 CVC registered?

R545 CVC is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 26 November 1997.

Is R545 CVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R545 CVC 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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