MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
52,395 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)
Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)
How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?
Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R985 MVL is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.
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 R985 MVL, 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.
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How do I check the history of R985 MVL?
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What year was R985 MVL registered?
R985 MVL is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 January 1998.
Is R985 MVL safe to buy?
The MOT history for R985 MVL shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does R985 MVL have outstanding finance?
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