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R962 EUB

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

11,315 mi
Last recorded11,315 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR962 EUB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 11,315 miles

head light masked

Pass 28 Aug 2025 8,703 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Aug 2025 8,703 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 8,681 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 8,607 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 8,538 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 8,515 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 8,495 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 8,391 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 8,187 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 7,889 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 7,658 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 7,620 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 7,569 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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R962 EUB is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R962 EUB, 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 R962 EUB registered?

R962 EUB is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R962 EUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R962 EUB shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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