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R856 MDP

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

44,732 mi
Last recorded44,732 miles
Recorded on7 May 2016
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR856 MDP
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2016 44,732 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 43,160 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

rear wheel makes squeaking noise when rotated slowly,recomend investigation.

Pass 11 May 2013 42,448 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 5 May 2012 41,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 May 2012 41,305 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 5 May 2011 40,132 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2010 36,358 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 34,967 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 34,341 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 May 2007 34,335 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 9 Nov 2005 33,300 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
Full Honda VTR1000 F reliability report

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R856 MDP is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 R856 MDP, 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.

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What year was R856 MDP registered?

R856 MDP is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R856 MDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R856 MDP shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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