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Y178 DWL

2001 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

29,818 mi
Last recorded29,818 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 F18,354 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY178 DWL
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2017 29,818 miles

indicator flash rate a little fast

Pass 9 May 2016 29,776 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 29,680 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 29,553 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 31 May 2012 29,336 miles

chain is dry

front forks starting to pit

Pass 7 Apr 2011 28,855 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 25,853 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2009 21,114 miles

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

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 14,884 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 14,884 miles
Pass 5 May 2007 14,367 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 11,356 miles

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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Y178 DWL is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 18,354 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 Y178 DWL, 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 25 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 Y178 DWL registered?

Y178 DWL is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y178 DWL safe to buy?

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