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Y98 XGS

2001 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

4,797 mi
Last recorded4,797 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 F18,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY98 XGS
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 4,797 miles

beam bender fitted

Pass 18 May 2024 4,767 miles

beam bender fitted

Pass 6 Jul 2019 4,463 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 4,219 miles

beam bender fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2017 3,615 miles

masking applied to headlamp

Fail 28 Mar 2017 3,615 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 3,349 miles

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

HEADLAMP MASKING/CONVERTER FITTED

Fail 18 Apr 2016 3,349 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Fail 21 Mar 2015 2,991 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 21 Mar 2015 2,991 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Pass 25 Mar 2014 2,029 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2014 2,024 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 18 Apr 2013 1,165 miles

MASKING TAPE FITTED TO HEADLIGHT

Fail 18 Apr 2013 1,165 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

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

Fail 29 Mar 2012 127 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 29 Mar 2012 127 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 17,463 miles

Beam deflector tape fitted to headlight

Pass 5 Oct 2009 16,809 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 16,384 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 15,880 miles

temporary headlight mask fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2006 14,189 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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Y98 XGS is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 Y98 XGS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y98 XGS registered?

Y98 XGS is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 13 July 2001.

Is Y98 XGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y98 XGS shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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