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T492 KAM

1999 Honda VTR1000 F

Orange Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

32,729 mi
Last recorded32,729 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda VTR1000 F22,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT492 KAM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1999
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 32,729 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2024 32,728 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (4.1.3 (b))

Nearside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Offside Steering operation fouling on the fuel tank or bodywork on full lock (2.1.4 (b))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 32,692 miles

Brake binding but not excessively front brake binding slightly (1.2.1 (f))

Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

advance travel, front brake lever,,

exhaust system, very close to rear suspension

front visor screen cracked

o/s front lower fairing, slightly damaged

steering lock, fairing slightly restricting right hand lock,,, recommend attention/check

Pass 7 Aug 2021 31,979 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tread slightly squared off,, 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

front brake lever, advance travel

recommend check steering operation, handlebar touching fairing on lock

Pass 27 Jun 2020 31,360 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2019 31,348 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 30,577 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 29,244 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 28,404 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Nov 2014 27,282 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 25,615 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 24,739 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 24,193 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 21,915 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 20,498 miles

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

both front fork seal dust covers deteriorated

Pass 19 Jul 2007 16,920 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2006 13,007 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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T492 KAM is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F in Orange with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 T492 KAM, 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.

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T492 KAM is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 15 March 1999.

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