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S142 REG

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

12,478 mi
Last recorded12,478 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS142 REG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 12,478 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 12,345 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2024 12,192 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 12,107 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 11,992 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2021 11,842 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2020 11,754 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 11,555 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 11,337 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2018 11,330 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25% (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 11,154 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 11,111 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 11,059 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2012 11,000 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 10,952 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 10,792 miles

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 18 Dec 2009 10,471 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 10,217 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 9,770 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 8,414 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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S142 REG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 S142 REG, 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 S142 REG registered?

S142 REG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 6 November 1998.

Is S142 REG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S142 REG shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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