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R92 DFB

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,369 mi
Last recorded20,369 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR92 DFB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 9 May 2026 20,369 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 20,358 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2023 20,038 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 19,515 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 19,384 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 3 Mar 2012 19,278 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 19,173 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2008 19,103 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2007 19,019 miles

front brake pads wearing low

Pass 4 Feb 2006 18,752 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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R92 DFB is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R92 DFB, 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 R92 DFB registered?

R92 DFB is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R92 DFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R92 DFB shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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