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R893 FNH

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR893 FNH
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2017
Fail 25 Nov 2017

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey downpipe to link (7.1.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2016
Fail 20 May 2016

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Front Lower Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear indicators incorrect position

Fail 9 Aug 2013 59,685 miles

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 59,685 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 58,269 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 54,977 miles

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Fail 31 Aug 2011 54,977 miles

Front Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2010 52,848 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 47,794 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 43,743 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 37,233 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 32,504 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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R893 FNH is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 R893 FNH, 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 R893 FNH registered?

R893 FNH is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 29 January 1998.

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