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R617 KSG

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

34,390 mi
Last recorded34,390 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR617 KSG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2025 34,390 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 34,389 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2023 34,384 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2022 34,380 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 34,376 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 34,364 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 34,333 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 34,309 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 34,309 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 34,222 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2015 34,199 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 34,176 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2014 34,176 miles

Rear Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Fail 28 Aug 2013 34,154 miles

Centre Upper Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2013 34,154 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 34,102 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 24,068 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 33,856 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2009 33,596 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 33,596 miles

Rear Registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 32,864 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 32,648 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 31,317 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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R617 KSG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R617 KSG, 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 R617 KSG registered?

R617 KSG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R617 KSG safe to buy?

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