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R271 CVW

1997 Honda Vtr 1000 F

Black Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

10,732 mi
Last recorded10,732 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2025
Typical for 1997 Honda Vtr 1000 F20,864 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR271 CVW
MakeHonda
ModelVtr 1000 F
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2025 10,732 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 9,657 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 9,130 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 8,314 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 6,873 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 5,837 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 5,657 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 5,646 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 5,060 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2008 5,060 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 23 Sep 2006 4,876 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2005 4,527 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Vtr 1000 F?

Based on 2,831 MOT tests across 485 vehicles.

86.9%
Pass Rate
562
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
485
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 44
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 28
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 16
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 12
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 11
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R271 CVW is a 1997 Honda Vtr 1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1997 Honda Vtr 1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.2% with a typical mileage of 20,864 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Vtr 1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R271 CVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Vtr 1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 29 years old, this Honda Vtr 1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R271 CVW registered?

R271 CVW is a 1997 Honda Vtr 1000 F, first registered on 8 November 1997.

Is R271 CVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R271 CVW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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