CarVerify

Free Car Check

S46 MRA

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

41,737 mi
Last recorded41,737 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Honda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationS46 MRA
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 41,737 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2021 39,825 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 38,565 miles

Central Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit Advise Front Pads Are Between 2.5 mm and 3.mm (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 34,633 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 34,567 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slight tight parts (6.2.1e)

Fail 6 Nov 2017 34,567 miles

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

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive slight tight parts (6.2.1e)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 34,387 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 33,257 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2014 32,528 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 32,315 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2012 32,038 miles

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 32,038 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 31,810 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2010 31,314 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

front tyre pressure low

Pass 1 Sep 2009 29,536 miles

number plate edge reshaped

Pass 4 Sep 2008 29,330 miles

slight damage to reg.plate

Pass 4 May 2007 27,139 miles
Fail 2 May 2007 27,027 miles

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

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Pass 13 May 2006 20,348 miles

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

Fail 13 May 2006 20,348 miles

Front 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))

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
Full Honda VTR1000 F reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

S46 MRA is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 S46 MRA, 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

How do I check the history of S46 MRA?

You can check the full history of S46 MRA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was S46 MRA registered?

S46 MRA is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S46 MRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S46 MRA shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S46 MRA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on S46 MRA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.