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R950 URB

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,722 mi
Last recorded12,722 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR950 URB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 5 Sep 2025 12,722 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 12,565 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 12,466 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 12,193 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 12,030 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 11,859 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 11,778 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 11,533 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 11,425 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 11,231 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2015 11,117 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 11,033 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 10,408 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 10,140 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2011 9,998 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 9,813 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 9,692 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 9,538 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2007 9,488 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 9,273 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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R950 URB is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R950 URB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R950 URB registered?

R950 URB is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 14 March 1998.

Is R950 URB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R950 URB shows 20 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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