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W889 WGJ

2000 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

1,845 mi
Last recorded1,845 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 F20,297 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW889 WGJ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 1,845 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 1,845 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 1,801 miles

Front Headlamp light intensity reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Fail 7 Oct 2023 1,796 miles

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

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Sep 2022 1,417 miles

Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 4 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 1 Sep 2021 4 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2020 5,404 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 4,832 miles

indicator switch contacts worn

Pass 27 Apr 2018 4,585 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 4,319 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 2,686 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Jun 2015 2,686 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2014 1,552 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 451 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Offside Front Brake disc(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1g)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 451 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 17,399 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 13,991 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 11,189 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 10,436 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 11 Mar 2009 10,436 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2006 9,814 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2006 9,814 miles

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)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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W889 WGJ is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 W889 WGJ, 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.

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W889 WGJ is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 28 April 2000.

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