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W331 VEF

2000 Honda VTR1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

26,251 mi
Last recorded26,251 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 F20,297 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW331 VEF
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2025 26,251 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 26,127 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 25,826 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 25,745 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 25,189 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 24,744 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2018 24,744 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2016 24,615 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 24,178 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2013 23,611 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2013 23,611 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2012 22,666 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2011 21,867 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2011 21,850 miles

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

Centre Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Fail 5 Jul 2010 19,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 19,176 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 18,176 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 15,596 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 15,596 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2007 13,649 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 11,123 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2006 11,123 miles

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

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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W331 VEF is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 20,297 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 W331 VEF, 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 26 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 W331 VEF registered?

W331 VEF is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 10 June 2000.

Is W331 VEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for W331 VEF shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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