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S127 LBV

1998 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

20,920 mi
Last recorded20,920 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 Sp36,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS127 LBV
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2014 20,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 20,389 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 19,644 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 19,072 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 19,072 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 18,163 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2009 18,163 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake reaction bracket securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j)

Pass 16 Jun 2008 17,525 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 16,365 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 16,365 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 14,586 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp?

Based on 25,488 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 269
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 138
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 110
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S127 LBV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.7% with a typical mileage of 36,546 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 Sp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S127 LBV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 28 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S127 LBV registered?

S127 LBV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 4 September 1998.

Is S127 LBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S127 LBV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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