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S599 JHG

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,765 mi
Last recorded50,765 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS599 JHG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 50,765 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 49,933 miles

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

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Rear Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 18 Apr 2017 49,552 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 48,540 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 47,312 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 46,375 miles

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Fail 12 May 2012 46,318 miles

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

Rear mono-shock pivot worn but not excessive (2.4.B.4)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 43,780 miles

Centre Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 40,795 miles
Pass 6 May 2008 39,190 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 35,755 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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S599 JHG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S599 JHG, 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 S599 JHG registered?

S599 JHG is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 7 August 1998.

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The MOT history for S599 JHG shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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