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S518 SDB

1998 Honda Vtr

Black Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,137 mi
Last recorded78,137 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2016
Typical for 1998 Honda Vtr27,521 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS518 SDB
MakeHonda
ModelVtr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc
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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2016 78,137 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2015 74,387 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2014 69,520 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2012 58,862 miles

Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Dec 2012 58,862 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 54,103 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2010 53,461 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 52,499 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2009 52,499 miles

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Oil leaking from filler cap onto rear tyre and brake.

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

Pass 29 Feb 2008 50,029 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 50,029 miles

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

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 47,564 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr?

Based on 2,106 MOT tests across 205 vehicles.

85.6%
Pass Rate
724
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
205
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 14
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 13
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 13
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S518 SDB is a 1998 Honda Vtr in Black with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda Vtr models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.4% with a typical mileage of 27,521 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 Vtr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S518 SDB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtr typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Vtr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S518 SDB registered?

S518 SDB is a 1998 Honda Vtr, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S518 SDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for S518 SDB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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