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R889 DRJ

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Multi-colour Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

27,877 mi
Last recorded27,877 miles
Recorded on25 May 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR889 DRJ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 May 2023 27,877 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 27,811 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 27,784 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 27,435 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 26,490 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 25,468 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 24,782 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2015 24,049 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 23,298 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 22,596 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 21,625 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 21,013 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 20,686 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2009 20,686 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 19,896 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 19,896 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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R889 DRJ is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Multi-colour with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R889 DRJ, 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.

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What year was R889 DRJ registered?

R889 DRJ is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R889 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R889 DRJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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