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S856 WPU

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Silver Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

33,547 mi
Last recorded33,547 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS856 WPU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 33,547 miles

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

Pass 22 Jun 2023 33,366 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2022 32,492 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 32,405 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 31,940 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 31,406 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 30,545 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 29,980 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 29,425 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 26,633 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 24,492 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2013 22,448 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 21,109 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 21,109 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2011 20,003 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 17,729 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 15,154 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 12,278 miles

Off side rubber mounting loose on silencer body.

Fail 23 Jan 2008 12,278 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Off side rubber mounting loose on silencer body.

Pass 14 Feb 2007 8,974 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2006 7,718 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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S856 WPU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Silver with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 S856 WPU, 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 S856 WPU registered?

S856 WPU is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 7 December 1998.

Is S856 WPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S856 WPU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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