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S741 TPU

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

16,930 mi
Last recorded16,930 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS741 TPU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 16,930 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 16,589 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 16,579 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 16,185 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 15,646 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 15,468 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 14,089 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 13,606 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 13,040 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2014 10,625 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 10,625 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 29 Jul 2013 10,177 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 10,150 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 10,111 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 10,063 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 10,000 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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S741 TPU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 S741 TPU, 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 S741 TPU registered?

S741 TPU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S741 TPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S741 TPU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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