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R734 ESX

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

44,433 mi
Last recorded44,433 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR734 ESX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2023 44,433 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2022 44,372 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2021 43,744 miles

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

exhaust clamp missing

Pass 21 Jul 2020 43,485 miles

Chain guard missing ()

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

Fail 21 Jul 2020 43,485 miles

Chain guard insecure hugger insecure (6.1.7 (i))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2019 42,887 miles

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

Pass 19 May 2018 42,093 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 18 May 2018 42,093 miles

Front Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Brake hose is likely to be fouled or trapped by moving parts (3.2.B2c)

Rear Brake reaction bracket insecure (3.2.A1j)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded hugger insecure (6.2.1b)

Registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 26 May 2017 41,431 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 41,133 miles
Pass 10 May 2014 35,136 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 32,658 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 30,033 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2011 30,033 miles

Rear Brake cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 29,743 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 29,115 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2009 29,104 miles

Offside Front Footrest insecure (6.2.1a) DANGEROUS

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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R734 ESX is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 R734 ESX, 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 R734 ESX registered?

R734 ESX is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 10 March 1998.

Is R734 ESX safe to buy?

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