CarVerify

Free Car Check

R588 RKH

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2025
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

38,427 mi
Last recorded38,427 miles
Recorded on11 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR588 RKH
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 May 2024 38,427 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Slight play in cush rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Fail 4 May 2024 38,373 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively Slight play in cush rubbers (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Pass 5 Apr 2022 38,351 miles

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

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 5 Apr 2022 38,351 miles

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

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 38,053 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 37,270 miles

front brake grabbing slightly

front tyre wearing low

riders seat not fully secure at rear

Fail 12 Jul 2016 37,270 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

front brake grabbing slightly

front tyre wearing low

riders seat not fully secure at rear

Pass 5 Aug 2014 36,646 miles

drive chain dry

front brake discs slighty pitted

headlights have poor light output

Fail 5 Aug 2014 36,642 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

drive chain dry

front brake discs slighty pitted

headlights have poor light output

Pass 5 Jul 2013 34,339 miles
Pass 29 May 2012
Pass 6 Aug 2011 33,941 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

replacement mufflers fitted

Pass 12 Aug 2010 33,153 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

bolt in clutch cylinder missing

oil leak from engine

right bar close to tank on lock

Pass 8 Aug 2009 32,614 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 30,703 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2008 30,696 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.6)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 29,975 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2007 29,975 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 28,728 miles

headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 4 May 2006 28,686 miles

Front Upper Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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
Full Honda VTR1000 F reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R588 RKH is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 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 R588 RKH, 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

How do I check the history of R588 RKH?

You can check the full history of R588 RKH by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R588 RKH registered?

R588 RKH is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R588 RKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R588 RKH shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R588 RKH have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R588 RKH. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.