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S472 RWA

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

2,131 mi
Last recorded2,131 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS472 RWA
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 2,131 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 852 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 847 miles

Front Steering headbearing in such a condition that steering control is adversely affected (2.2.2 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front wires need need tidying up around horn as catching

Pass 18 Aug 2022 760 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 365 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2020 288 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Jun 2019 38 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 48,900 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 48,676 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 48,409 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2016 48,409 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 30 Aug 2014 48,259 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 46,366 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 45,100 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jul 2011 44,091 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 Jul 2010 42,594 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 38,465 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2009 38,036 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 13 May 2008 36,634 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 36,634 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 15 May 2007 31,825 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 31,109 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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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S472 RWA is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 S472 RWA, 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 S472 RWA registered?

S472 RWA is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 6 August 1998.

Is S472 RWA safe to buy?

The MOT history for S472 RWA shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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