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R824 CVM

1997 Honda Vtr

Red Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

54,510 mi
Last recorded54,510 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr30,529 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR824 CVM
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2026 54,510 miles
Pass 19 May 2025 52,910 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 19 May 2025 52,910 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 50,334 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Fail 28 Mar 2024 50,334 miles

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

Handlebar restricted in free movement from lock to lock brake flexible pipes rubbing on dash (2.1.4 (c))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Stop lamp not working hand lever switch wires (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2023 47,540 miles

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

Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 47,293 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

rear brake hose has alloy banjos and connectors

Fail 29 Sep 2020 47,253 miles

Headlamp aim too high kick up to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))

rear brake hose has alloy banjos and connectors

Pass 1 Apr 2019 41,074 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 38,105 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 38,093 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2016 38,093 miles

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. left hand (2.1.1c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2015 37,773 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2014 30,970 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 24,095 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 12,627 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 12,595 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 12,554 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr?

Based on 2,106 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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R824 CVM is a 1997 Honda Vtr in Red with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.6% with a typical mileage of 30,529 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 Vtr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R824 CVM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtr typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vtr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R824 CVM registered?

R824 CVM is a 1997 Honda Vtr, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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