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Honda VTR1000 F

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 996 cc

T78 BUAMOT history

T78 BUA is a red petrol Honda VTR1000 F first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 42,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Mar 2026
Mileage
42,764 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2025
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
776 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T78 BUA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Honda
Model
VTR1000 F
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T78 BUA was last recorded at 42,764 miles on 19 Mar 2025, 1,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,951 miles · 25 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
1,813 miles
Average per year
776 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 42,764 miles
  • 2021 – 40,951 miles
  • 2019 – 38,896 miles
  • 2018 – 37,774 miles
  • 2017 – 36,211 miles
  • 2016 – 34,964 miles
  • 2014 – 33,955 miles
  • 2013 – 32,533 miles
  • 2011 – 31,886 miles
  • 2010 – 31,871 miles
  • 2009 – 31,283 miles
  • 2008 – 29,137 miles
  • 2007 – 28,890 miles
  • 2006 – 28,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass42,764 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass42,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    42,764 miles
    Test number
    259471541903

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail42,764 miles (+1,813)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,764 miles
    Test number
    431366162855
    • MajorNearside Front Brake caliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock Wiring trapped between frame and forks (2.1.4 (c))

  3. Pass40,951 miles (+2,055)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    40,951 miles
    Test number
    581662992985
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass38,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,896 miles
    Test number
    149823919866
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Fail38,894 miles (+19)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,894 miles
    Test number
    512838285149
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorSteering headbearing has excessive wear or free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail38,875 miles (+1,101)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,875 miles
    Test number
    798468188506
    • DangerousOffside Front Throttle control functioning such that safe operation of the motorcycle is adversely affected throttle loose on throttle (6.2.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pad(s) contaminated (1.1.13 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn rear suspension bearings worn excessively-lower link rear bearing-lower link to swing arm bearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated outer sleeve split (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass37,774 miles (+1,563)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    37,774 miles
    Test number
    924529678561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass36,211 miles (+1,247)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    36,211 miles
    Test number
    566727116878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass34,964 miles (+1,009)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    34,964 miles
    Test number
    101866142333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,955 miles (+1,422)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    33,955 miles
    Test number
    737823054009
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

  11. Pass32,533 miles (+647)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,533 miles
    Test number
    489805803014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,886 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    31,886 miles
    Test number
    806263361337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,871 miles (+588)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,871 miles
    Test number
    483240510494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,283 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    31,283 miles
    Test number
    900878279235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,137 miles (+247)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,137 miles
    Test number
    240166778225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,890 miles (+791)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    28,890 miles
    Test number
    134196157216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,099 miles
    Test number
    382066416147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T78 BUA

Does T78 BUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T78 BUA expired on 18 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T78 BUA?
The MOT on T78 BUA expired on 18 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T78 BUA done?
T78 BUA was recorded at 42,764 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2025, an average of 776 miles a year.
Has T78 BUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T78 BUA has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T78 BUA ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T78 BUA find?
T78 BUA passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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