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R551 JCU

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

35,068 mi
Last recorded35,068 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR551 JCU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 35,068 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2026 35,068 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jun 2025 31,837 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2023 31,632 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 31,195 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2021 30,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 19 Jun 2021 30,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 30,636 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2019 30,285 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

front forks slightly pitted

Pass 15 Jun 2018 29,541 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

advise exhaust slightly noisey

advise front fork legs pitted

Pass 20 May 2017 28,008 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Offside Engine casing has had a repair, but not leaking.

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 27,488 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 15 May 2015 27,444 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2014 25,581 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Pass 15 May 2013 23,926 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2012 22,941 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2011 22,386 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2010 21,675 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 20,343 miles

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

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

Pass 22 May 2008 17,454 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 15,013 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 14,760 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 14,130 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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R551 JCU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 R551 JCU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R551 JCU registered?

R551 JCU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R551 JCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R551 JCU shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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