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R987 DRJ

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2024
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

28,630 mi
Last recorded28,630 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2023
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR987 DRJ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2023 28,630 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 27,936 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 27,590 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2017 27,408 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.3(i))

Pass 27 Nov 2015 26,988 miles

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

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

Pass 24 May 2014 26,356 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

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

Pass 24 May 2013 24,419 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 22,338 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 21,006 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 17,674 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators affected by the operation of another lamp (1.5.1c)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 17,674 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 16,995 miles

front tyre over 3mm

rear tyre on 2mm

Pass 22 Apr 2008 11,790 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 6,250 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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R987 DRJ is a 1998 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 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 R987 DRJ, 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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What year was R987 DRJ registered?

R987 DRJ is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 18 May 1998.

Is R987 DRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R987 DRJ 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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