MOT Status
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70,768 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Central Rear hazard switch fitter to rear of bike under seat
Nearside Rear Inner cv boot pirishing
Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged and offside (5.2.3 (j))
Nearside Rear offside mud guards missing at time of test
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)
Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)
Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Brake disc(s) is slightly distorted (3.2.A1m)
Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
Only 50% rear light operational
Rear light unit not fully secured
Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.2.B3a) DANGEROUS
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
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)
Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
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)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)
How Reliable is the Honda Vtr 1000 F?
Based on 2,831 MOT tests across 485 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R589 DBJ is a 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F in Black with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.
Across all 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.0% with a typical mileage of 20,808 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 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 R589 DBJ, 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 28 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 R589 DBJ registered?
R589 DBJ is a 1998 Honda Vtr 1000 F, first registered on 31 December 1998.
Is R589 DBJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R589 DBJ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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