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S457 BSF

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

18,206 mi
Last recorded18,206 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS457 BSF
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2022 18,206 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 18,197 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 18,116 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 17,837 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 17,622 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 17,613 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 17,607 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 17,515 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2014 17,449 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 17,207 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 17,039 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 16,919 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 16,754 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 16,551 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 16,246 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2008 16,230 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 19 Apr 2007 16,208 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 15,109 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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S457 BSF 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 94.4%.

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 S457 BSF, 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 S457 BSF registered?

S457 BSF is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 17 August 1998.

Is S457 BSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S457 BSF shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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