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P100 VTR

1997 Honda VTR1000

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

42,326 mi
Last recorded42,326 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2024
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR100031,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP100 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2024 42,326 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 42,326 miles

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

Stop lamp does not illuminate by the operation of both brake controls (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2023 41,891 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.1mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 40,776 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 40,525 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 39,973 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 36,614 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2017 36,607 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Sep 2016 35,921 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 35,680 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 33,972 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2014 33,972 miles

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

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 31,818 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 29,716 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2012 29,716 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 26,704 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2010 25,967 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 24,395 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 22,859 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 21,254 miles
Pass 9 May 2006 20,838 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000?

Based on 2,503 MOT tests across 220 vehicles.

84.9%
Pass Rate
736
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
220
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 36
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 21
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 18
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16
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P100 VTR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1997 Honda VTR1000 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 31,310 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P100 VTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda VTR1000 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P100 VTR registered?

P100 VTR is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 4 March 1997.

Is P100 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for P100 VTR shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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