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S642 BTV

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

23,232 mi
Last recorded23,232 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS642 BTV
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 23,232 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 22,789 miles

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy slight notch on head bearings (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 3 May 2023 22,219 miles
Fail 3 May 2023 22,219 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Apr 2021 21,794 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 19,695 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 18,353 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 17,932 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 17,809 miles
Pass 24 May 2013 16,391 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

oil level low

Pass 20 May 2011 15,972 miles

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

drive chain has a tight spot

Pass 1 May 2010 15,588 miles

front position lamp not working

stiff links in drive chain

Pass 2 Sep 2006 14,522 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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S642 BTV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 S642 BTV, 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 S642 BTV registered?

S642 BTV is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 16 October 1998.

Is S642 BTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S642 BTV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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