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T38 ARU

1999 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

38,313 mi
Last recorded38,313 miles
Recorded on17 May 2014
Typical for 1999 Honda VTR1000 F22,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT38 ARU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 May 2014 38,313 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Pass 8 Mar 2012 38,074 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 37,918 miles

Centre Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Aug 2009 37,416 miles

Chain rusty

N/s handle baar grip split

O/s handle bar end loose

Rear discs worn

Rear hugger broken and loose

Wiring to n/s/f indiator rubbing steering gear

Fail 15 Aug 2009 37,415 miles

Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Rear Brake disc(s) excessively worn (3.2.A1l)

Chain rusty

Front brake operation slightly spongy

N/s handle baar grip split

O/s handle bar end loose

Rear hugger broken and loose

Wiring to n/s/f indiator rubbing steering gear

Pass 27 Jul 2007 31,370 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 31,370 miles

Rear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 23,517 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 23,336 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 23,336 miles

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

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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T38 ARU is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.4% with a typical mileage of 22,342 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 T38 ARU, 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 27 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 T38 ARU registered?

T38 ARU is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 13 April 1999.

Is T38 ARU safe to buy?

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