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S709 BMR

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

46,354 mi
Last recorded46,354 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2021
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS709 BMR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2021 46,354 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2021 46,333 miles

Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2016 45,993 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2015 43,901 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 40,357 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 2 Oct 2013 40,283 miles

Rear suspension bearing has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 34,918 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2011 31,008 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 27,948 miles

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Oct 2010 27,948 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 25,098 miles

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

Fail 28 Sep 2009 25,098 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2008 23,793 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 19,287 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2007 19,192 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 14,478 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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S709 BMR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 S709 BMR, 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 S709 BMR registered?

S709 BMR is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 5 December 1998.

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