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R565 TYB

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,612 mi
Last recorded43,612 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR565 TYB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2015 43,612 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 43,612 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 24 Feb 2015 42,826 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 41,401 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 39,060 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2008 38,565 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 38,565 miles

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (7.1.4)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Stop lamp insecure (1.3.3b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 25 Sep 2006 35,567 miles

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

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

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

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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R565 TYB is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R565 TYB, 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 R565 TYB registered?

R565 TYB is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 8 September 1997.

Is R565 TYB safe to buy?

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