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S391 EGH

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,408 mi
Last recorded46,408 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS391 EGH
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 46,408 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 17 Feb 2025 46,408 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 4 Mar 2024 46,359 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 46,268 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 10 Jun 2019 44,914 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Fail 10 Jun 2019 44,914 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 44,149 miles

Chain guard missing ()

Pass 24 Jun 2017 41,711 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2016 39,328 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 36,870 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 35,921 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2014 35,921 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 35,142 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 31,392 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 30,939 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 30,034 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 28,602 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 26,472 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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S391 EGH is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S391 EGH, 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 S391 EGH registered?

S391 EGH is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S391 EGH safe to buy?

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