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SIG 7199

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

53,524 mi
Last recorded53,524 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIG 7199
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 53,524 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 51,694 miles
Pass 4 May 2024 50,562 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 50,062 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2022 49,662 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2021 49,276 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2020 48,878 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 48,250 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 47,165 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 45,997 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 43,835 miles

front brake lever condition

Pass 30 Mar 2015 41,925 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

tyre wear/condition-both

Pass 31 Jul 2013 40,352 miles

front and rear tyre wear

Pass 31 Jul 2012 38,501 miles

Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

tyre wear

Pass 8 Aug 2011 36,798 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 34,594 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 17 May 2010 34,520 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 6 May 2009 32,205 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 19 May 2008 30,324 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 28,851 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 15 May 2006 26,375 miles

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

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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SIG 7199 is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 SIG 7199, 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 SIG 7199 registered?

SIG 7199 is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is SIG 7199 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIG 7199 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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