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No front mudgaurd fitted at time of test
Rear Chain guard missing ()
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
No lights at time of test
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Headlamp aim too high (1.6)
Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
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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R989 FRE is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.
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 R989 FRE, 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 R989 FRE registered?
R989 FRE is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 9 January 1998.
Is R989 FRE safe to buy?
The MOT history for R989 FRE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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