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R640 BNG

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2024
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

35,380 mi
Last recorded35,380 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR640 BNG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2023 35,380 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 27 Aug 2022 34,654 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 27 Aug 2022 34,648 miles

Offside Front All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2021 30,836 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 30,836 miles

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 17 Jul 2020 30,011 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 29,840 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear rear brake may need bleeding.?

Fail 23 Jan 2019 29,839 miles

Rear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Chain guard missing ()

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear rear brake may need bleeding.?

Pass 18 May 2018 29,807 miles

Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Front pads low - but still legal. (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 May 2017 29,715 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 29,587 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 29,412 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,200 miles

Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 28,968 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 28,807 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2011 28,727 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2010 28,434 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 28,164 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 27,883 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 27,587 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 26,861 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 26,541 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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R640 BNG is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 1997 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 27,104 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 R640 BNG, 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 29 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 R640 BNG registered?

R640 BNG is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 20 December 1997.

Is R640 BNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R640 BNG shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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