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R54 CVG

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,799 mi
Last recorded40,799 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR54 CVG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 40,799 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 40,072 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 39,705 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 38,880 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 38,880 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Apr 2015 37,237 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 35,509 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 23 May 2012 35,036 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 32,218 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 28,234 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 23,702 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 21,667 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 21,667 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 5 May 2006 17,419 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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R54 CVG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 R54 CVG, 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.

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What year was R54 CVG registered?

R54 CVG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R54 CVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R54 CVG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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