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R601 KBD

1997 Honda VTR1000

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

25,495 mi
Last recorded25,495 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR100031,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR601 KBD
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2013 25,495 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 24,642 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 23,813 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 23,805 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2009 23,805 miles

Front position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2007 23,269 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 23,259 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000?

Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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R601 KBD is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R601 KBD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VTR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R601 KBD registered?

R601 KBD is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R601 KBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R601 KBD shows 7 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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