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R609 WJF

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

13,963 mi
Last recorded13,963 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 WJF
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2022 13,963 miles

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

Drive chain slightly rusy

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 13,656 miles

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

Engine oil level below minimum.

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

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

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Slightly notchy. (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 8 May 2019 13,304 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 11,786 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 11,674 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 11,541 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 May 2014 11,352 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 11,003 miles

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

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Fail 27 Apr 2012 10,884 miles

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

Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 10,884 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2011 10,274 miles

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2010 9,550 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 8,933 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2008 8,041 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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R609 WJF is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R609 WJF, 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.

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What year was R609 WJF registered?

R609 WJF is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 April 1998.

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The MOT history for R609 WJF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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