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V831 MKJ

1999 Honda VTR1000

White Petrol 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

32,482 mi
Last recorded32,482 miles
Recorded on30 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Honda VTR100022,390 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV831 MKJ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2013 32,482 miles

rear brake disc slightly worn.

Pass 11 Feb 2012 63,889 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 63,889 miles

Front Brake hose excessively kinked (3.2.B3a)

Nearside Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2012 63,889 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 59,178 miles

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

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Feb 2010 55,917 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2010 55,917 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Front position lamp does not face the front (1.1.1d)

Front Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Offside Front Front suspension fouling which affects the movement of the front suspension. (2.3.6a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 49,148 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 49,130 miles

Brake pedal is bent and the brake cannot be readily applied (3.1.3c) DANGEROUS

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Feb 2008 44,198 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 41,297 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 34,342 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000?

Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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V831 MKJ is a 1999 Honda VTR1000 in White with a 1,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.5% with a typical mileage of 22,390 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V831 MKJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 27 years old, this Honda VTR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V831 MKJ registered?

V831 MKJ is a 1999 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V831 MKJ safe to buy?

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