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P26 KTS

1997 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,129 mi
Last recorded43,129 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR1000 F27,104 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP26 KTS
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 43,129 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 42,638 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 42,638 miles

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2023 42,071 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 41,549 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 41,419 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2020 46,946 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 40,393 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 40,314 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 40,274 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 39,253 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 38,223 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 37,163 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 36,626 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Wheel inadequatly repaired but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 12 Jul 2012 34,997 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2011 34,009 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 32,906 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 32,873 miles

Rear Lower Rear suspension bush has excessive free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Nearside Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2009 32,008 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 31,975 miles

Lower Rear mono-shock pivot excessively worn (2.4.B.4)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 31,243 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2008 31,229 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Front Handlebar mounting clamp loose (2.1.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 30,090 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 27,941 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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P26 KTS is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P26 KTS, 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.

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What year was P26 KTS registered?

P26 KTS is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P26 KTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P26 KTS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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