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V543 DMW

1999 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2025
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

37,258 mi
Last recorded37,258 miles
Recorded on23 May 2024
Typical for 1999 Honda VTR1000 F22,342 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV543 DMW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2024 37,258 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 36,590 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 25 May 2021 36,342 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 35,587 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 35,254 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 34,071 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2018 34,071 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust markings indicating not for road use or similar wording (6.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 33,179 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 32,455 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 32,161 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 26,695 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2009 26,695 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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

Fail 31 Mar 2008 21,745 miles

Centre Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Pass 31 Mar 2008 21,745 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 21,190 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 15,672 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2006 15,672 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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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V543 DMW is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 V543 DMW, 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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What year was V543 DMW registered?

V543 DMW is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 November 1999.

Is V543 DMW safe to buy?

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