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R937 ABU

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,317 mi
Last recorded35,317 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR937 ABU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 35,317 miles

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2026 35,317 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake indicates a slightly grabbing brake (1.2.1 (c))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2025 35,193 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 35,138 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 35,063 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2011 35,063 miles

Rear Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 34,730 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 32,615 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 32,000 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 31,295 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2007 31,295 miles

Nearside Handlebar deformed (2.1.1b)

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Fail 24 Feb 2006 29,269 miles

Upper Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 29,269 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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R937 ABU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 R937 ABU, 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.

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What year was R937 ABU registered?

R937 ABU is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 5 November 1997.

Is R937 ABU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R937 ABU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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