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R86 DFB

1997 Honda VTR1000

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

40,209 mi
Last recorded40,209 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR100031,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR86 DFB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 40,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Apr 2024 40,209 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 38,778 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2022 37,992 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy Steering headbearings slightly notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 37,541 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned (2.4 (a))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 36,902 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 35,782 miles

REAR VALVE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING.(tyre)

Pass 5 Aug 2017 33,591 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 30,969 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 28,259 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 24,531 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 23,336 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2013 23,307 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2012 22,807 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 21,038 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 2 Apr 2010 18,613 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 16,790 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 15,664 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 45,900 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2005 45,617 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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R86 DFB is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 R86 DFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R86 DFB registered?

R86 DFB is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R86 DFB safe to buy?

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