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R579 RRG

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,183 mi
Last recorded50,183 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR579 RRG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2024 50,183 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2023 48,472 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2022 47,743 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2021 45,157 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2021 45,157 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Feb 2016
Pass 31 Jan 2015 46,914 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 46,736 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 46,330 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 45,488 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 45,367 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 17 Mar 2007 42,637 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 33,873 miles

rear plastics and tail lamp assembly loose

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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R579 RRG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R579 RRG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R579 RRG registered?

R579 RRG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 28 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R579 RRG shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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