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R940 TCS

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

10,622 mi
Last recorded10,622 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR940 TCS
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2026 10,622 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2025 10,175 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 10,162 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 10,077 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 10,066 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 10,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Sep 2021 10,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 9,966 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 9,864 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 9,681 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 9,676 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2017 9,653 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2016 9,634 miles

Slight perishing to rear tyre in tread grooves

Pass 18 Sep 2015 9,546 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 9,515 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 9,490 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 9,418 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 9,381 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 9,121 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 8,904 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,828 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 8,721 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2007 8,721 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2006 8,575 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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R940 TCS is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R940 TCS, 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 R940 TCS registered?

R940 TCS is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R940 TCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R940 TCS shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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