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R912 SNN

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

40,432 mi
Last recorded40,432 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR912 SNN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 40,432 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 40,432 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 40,432 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 40,431 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2022 40,431 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 40,431 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 40,431 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 40,430 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 40,425 miles

Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 40,420 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 40,420 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 40,420 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 40,410 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 40,402 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 40,213 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

rear brake disc worn

Pass 17 Apr 2010 38,559 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 36,128 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2009 36,128 miles

Floor brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.C1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2008 33,694 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 33,003 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 32,216 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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R912 SNN is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 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 R912 SNN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R912 SNN registered?

R912 SNN is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 18 October 1997.

Is R912 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R912 SNN shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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