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R87 JGO

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

35,752 mi
Last recorded35,752 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR87 JGO
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 35,752 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 34,855 miles

Front brake lever slightly bent

Pass 3 Jun 2023 34,274 miles

Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit rear (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 34,135 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

lh front brake pad not contacting disc fully

Fail 13 Jun 2018 34,123 miles

Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

lh front brake pad not contacting disc fully

Pass 16 Aug 2017 33,349 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2016 31,881 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 30,137 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 6 May 2014 28,945 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 28,945 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 3 May 2013 26,482 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 22,557 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

N/S exhaust loose

Rear No plate a bit small

Pass 7 Feb 2011 22,102 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear No plate a bit small

Pass 29 Jan 2010 21,843 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 18,320 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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 24 Jan 2008 20,235 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 20,235 miles

Centre Rear Lower Rear wheel insecure (4.2.3b)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 18,435 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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R87 JGO is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 R87 JGO, 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 R87 JGO registered?

R87 JGO is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is R87 JGO safe to buy?

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