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P142 OKN

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

51,069 mi
Last recorded51,069 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP142 OKN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2025 51,069 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2024 50,968 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2023 50,668 miles

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 50,359 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 49,696 miles
Fail 21 May 2021 49,696 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 May 2020 47,982 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 45,711 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Fail 15 May 2019 45,711 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 24 Sep 2018 45,711 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 44,802 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2017 44,802 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 41,736 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

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

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 37,407 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 32,817 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 32,754 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 32,754 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 32,623 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 31,673 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 6 May 2009 31,672 miles

Front position lamp incorrect colour (1.1.2a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 30,475 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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P142 OKN is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 P142 OKN, 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 P142 OKN registered?

P142 OKN is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 12 September 1997.

Is P142 OKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P142 OKN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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