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R971 WSL

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

47,456 mi
Last recorded47,456 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR971 WSL
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 47,456 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 465,451 miles

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

electrical wiring fouling forks lock to lock

Fail 13 Dec 2024 46,541 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Drive chain excessively tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Headlamp aim projected beam image obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

electrical wiring fouling forks lock to lock

Pass 12 Sep 2023 45,449 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 43,192 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 43,121 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 37,445 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 36,919 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 35,856 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 34,920 miles
Fail 8 May 2017 34,920 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 May 2016 32,771 miles
Fail 2 May 2016 32,771 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Rear Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 6 May 2015 31,469 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 13 Apr 2014 27,420 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 24,905 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 23,052 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 16 Jun 2006 21,430 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2006 21,430 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

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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R971 WSL is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 R971 WSL, 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 R971 WSL registered?

R971 WSL is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 19 May 1998.

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