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R989 LCW

1997 Honda VTR1000

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2013
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,811 mi
Last recorded16,811 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR100031,310 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR989 LCW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 21 Mar 2012 16,811 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 16,509 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 15,191 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000?

Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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R989 LCW is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,310 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R989 LCW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VTR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R989 LCW?

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What year was R989 LCW registered?

R989 LCW is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R989 LCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R989 LCW shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R989 LCW have outstanding finance?

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