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R830 XJA

1997 Honda VTR1000

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,890 mi
Last recorded37,890 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Honda VTR100031,310 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR830 XJA
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 37,890 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 36,500 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 35,565 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2020 35,565 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 13 May 2014 32,330 miles

Centre Rear Lower Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 17 May 2013 29,487 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 27,515 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2011 25,876 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 24,117 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2009 22,646 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 17 Mar 2008 21,128 miles

Headlamp incorrect colour (1.2.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 21,128 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 20,162 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2006 18,376 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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R830 XJA is a 1997 Honda VTR1000 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R830 XJA, 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

How do I check the history of R830 XJA?

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What year was R830 XJA registered?

R830 XJA is a 1997 Honda VTR1000, first registered on 8 August 1997.

Is R830 XJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R830 XJA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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