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S172 JCW

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

13,040 mi
Last recorded13,040 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS172 JCW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 13,040 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2024 12,668 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 12,367 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 11,960 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 11,491 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 11,201 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 10,690 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 10,338 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 9,818 miles
Fail 25 May 2017 9,818 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 24 May 2016 9,545 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 9,315 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 9,162 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 8,975 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 May 2008 8,940 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 8,892 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear 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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S172 JCW is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 S172 JCW, 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 S172 JCW registered?

S172 JCW is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S172 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for S172 JCW shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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