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A999 KBJ

1984 Honda VF1000R

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2022
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

28,972 mi
Last recorded28,972 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2021
Typical for 1984 Honda VF1000R27,323 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA999 KBJ
MakeHonda
ModelVF1000R
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2021 28,972 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 28,911 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2014 28,911 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 28,772 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 28,623 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 28,500 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 28,445 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 28,203 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 28,069 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 28,065 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2006 27,827 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF1000R?

Based on 1,008 MOT tests across 216 vehicles.

87.8%
Pass Rate
191
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
216
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 19
Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation 9
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 7
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 5
Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease 5
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A999 KBJ is a 1984 Honda VF1000R in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1984 Honda VF1000R models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.2% with a typical mileage of 27,323 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 VF1000R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 19 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A999 KBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF1000R typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 42 years old, this Honda VF1000R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A999 KBJ registered?

A999 KBJ is a 1984 Honda VF1000R, first registered on 16 May 1984.

Is A999 KBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A999 KBJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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