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R729 XYD

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2023
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

21,948 mi
Last recorded21,948 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR729 XYD
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2022 21,948 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 20,039 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 18,222 miles

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 17 Oct 2018 14,363 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 12,192 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 11,660 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2016 11,660 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 11,456 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 5 May 2010 10,865 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 10,032 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 9,899 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 9,756 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 9,627 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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R729 XYD is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R729 XYD, 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 R729 XYD registered?

R729 XYD is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is R729 XYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R729 XYD shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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