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S515 RKJ

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2025
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

37,050 mi
Last recorded37,050 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS515 RKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2024 37,050 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2023 36,175 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 35,926 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 35,683 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2018 35,603 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 35,425 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2015 35,381 miles

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

Fail 30 Apr 2015 35,381 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

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

Pass 28 May 2013 34,869 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 34,863 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 34,863 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2011 34,833 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 34,390 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 34,390 miles

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

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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S515 RKJ is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 S515 RKJ, 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 S515 RKJ registered?

S515 RKJ is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 4 August 1998.

Is S515 RKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S515 RKJ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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