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T97 DFC

1999 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

35,759 mi
Last recorded35,759 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 1999 Honda VTR1000 F22,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT97 DFC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 35,759 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2024 34,957 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 26 May 2023 34,453 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 34,293 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 34,189 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 34,189 miles
Fail 8 May 2014 33,922 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Pass 8 May 2014 33,922 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 32,163 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 32,144 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 30,410 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 30,018 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 28,670 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 28,343 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2007 25,957 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 23,640 miles

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

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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T97 DFC is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 T97 DFC, 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 T97 DFC registered?

T97 DFC is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 23 April 1999.

Is T97 DFC safe to buy?

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