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S206 MRB

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

39,852 mi
Last recorded39,852 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS206 MRB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2026 39,852 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2026 39,847 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jul 2025 38,902 miles

Nearside Rear Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 37,723 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 36,289 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 35,221 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 34,112 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Jun 2020 33,375 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 31,818 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 31,220 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 30,241 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 30,241 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 25 May 2016 28,772 miles
Fail 25 May 2016 28,772 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 27,209 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 26,426 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2013 25,315 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2013 25,315 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 7 Jan 2012 23,328 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 17 Jan 2011 22,257 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 17 Jan 2011 22,257 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 21,791 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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S206 MRB is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S206 MRB, 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 S206 MRB registered?

S206 MRB is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S206 MRB safe to buy?

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