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N14 JCW

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

29,890 mi
Last recorded29,890 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN14 JCW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 29,890 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 28,910 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2024 27,687 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2018 27,666 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 27,584 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 27,477 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 27,301 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 26,876 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 26,876 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 14 Sep 2013 26,357 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 26,146 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 25,601 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 25,115 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 24,774 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 24,771 miles

Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 9 May 2008 24,320 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 23,325 miles
Pass 27 May 2006 22,190 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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N14 JCW is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 27,104 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 N14 JCW, 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 29 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 N14 JCW registered?

N14 JCW is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is N14 JCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for N14 JCW shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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