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S50 VTR

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

27,567 mi
Last recorded27,567 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS50 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 27,567 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 26,635 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 25,891 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 25,284 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 25,107 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 25,093 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 24,782 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 24,598 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 24,232 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 23,853 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 23,322 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 22,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Sep 2011 22,177 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 21,719 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2009 20,849 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 20,634 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2008 20,634 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2007 20,035 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2006 18,106 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 18,106 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2005 15,141 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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S50 VTR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S50 VTR, 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 S50 VTR registered?

S50 VTR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is S50 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S50 VTR shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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