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R691 KAR

1997 Honda VTR1000

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

50,234 mi
Last recorded50,234 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR100031,310 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR691 KAR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2024 50,234 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 50,045 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 48,503 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2020 47,589 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 45,483 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 41,162 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement Fork bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 40,318 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 39,971 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 39,963 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering R/H lock (2.1.2a)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 39,690 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 38,605 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 38,263 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 38,058 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 33,390 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 33,388 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 32,057 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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R691 KAR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R691 KAR, 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.

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What year was R691 KAR registered?

R691 KAR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R691 KAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R691 KAR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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