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S116 UPV

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

17,429 mi
Last recorded17,429 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS116 UPV
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 17,429 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2024 16,905 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 16,895 miles

Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 16,885 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 16,834 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 16,783 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 16,657 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 16,382 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 16,085 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 16,080 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 15,809 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 15,454 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 14,032 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

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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S116 UPV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S116 UPV, 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 S116 UPV registered?

S116 UPV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 14 October 1998.

Is S116 UPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S116 UPV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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