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SRZ 2561

1998 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

42,813 mi
Last recorded42,813 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Honda VTR1000 F24,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRZ 2561
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 42,813 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 41,985 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 40,746 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2023 38,843 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 36,978 miles

Rear Nail in tyre

Fail 27 Apr 2022 36,978 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 3 Mar 2021 36,246 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 36,246 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 35,432 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 33,327 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 31,710 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 31,710 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2016 31,700 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 25,119 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 25,119 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 14 May 2014 22,209 miles
Fail 12 May 2014 22,204 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 21,506 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 20,413 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 17,880 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 14,468 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2007 12,857 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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SRZ 2561 is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 SRZ 2561, 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 SRZ 2561 registered?

SRZ 2561 is a 1998 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 5 May 1998.

Is SRZ 2561 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SRZ 2561 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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