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R549 DDB

1997 Honda Vtr

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,555 mi
Last recorded67,555 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr30,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR549 DDB
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2023 67,555 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2023 67,483 miles

Clutch lever positioned so it cannot be readily operated (6.2.7 (b))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Stop lamp switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 40,356 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 5 Dec 2022 40,356 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Dec 2021 37,829 miles

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

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 35,644 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 35,601 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation impeded by a fairing (2.1.4 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 34,491 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 34,219 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2017 34,166 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 34,120 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 34,072 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 33,981 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 33,569 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 33,557 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 33,224 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 32,003 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 30,017 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 29,784 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 29,784 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 4 Jun 2007 29,168 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jun 2006 27,858 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr?

Based on 2,106 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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R549 DDB is a 1997 Honda Vtr in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,529 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda Vtr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R549 DDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtr typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vtr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R549 DDB is a 1997 Honda Vtr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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