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Honda VTR1000 F

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 996 cc

V78 KUAMOT history

V78 KUA is a red petrol Honda VTR1000 F first used on 2 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 28,897 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
28,897 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,024 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 KUA
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
2 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 KUA was last recorded at 28,897 miles on 1 May 2026, 376 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
28,521 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
376 miles
Average per year
1,024 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 28,897 miles
  • 2025 – 28,521 miles
  • 2024 – 28,137 miles
  • 2023 – 27,782 miles
  • 2022 – 27,234 miles
  • 2021 – 26,778 miles
  • 2020 – 26,103 miles
  • 2019 – 24,893 miles
  • 2018 – 23,188 miles
  • 2017 – 22,001 miles
  • 2016 – 17,812 miles
  • 2015 – 17,377 miles
  • 2014 – 14,913 miles
  • 2010 – 10,911 miles
  • 2009 – 10,876 miles
  • 2008 – 10,735 miles
  • 2007 – 9,532 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass28,897 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryThrottle cables tight on full lock right but not affecting operation of throttle

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.

  • All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute

    Minor7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Steering headbearing has slight free play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass28,897 miles (+376)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    28,897 miles
    Test number
    300203612957
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryThrottle cables tight on full lock right but not affecting operation of throttle

  2. Pass28,521 miles (+384)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    28,521 miles
    Test number
    265492578743
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

  3. Pass28,137 miles (+355)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    28,137 miles
    Test number
    143427521562
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass27,782 miles (+548)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    27,782 miles
    Test number
    832113348296
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass27,234 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    27,234 miles
    Test number
    105641711758
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Fail27,234 miles (+456)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,234 miles
    Test number
    843961952146
    • MajorFront Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  7. Pass26,778 miles (+675)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    26,778 miles
    Test number
    323354196253
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass26,103 miles (+1,210)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    26,103 miles
    Test number
    970270858727
    • MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass24,893 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    24,893 miles
    Test number
    114033877143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  10. Fail24,893 miles (+1,705)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,893 miles
    Test number
    832718740002
    • DangerousRear Brake disc fractured (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

  11. Pass23,188 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    23,188 miles
    Test number
    141302999019
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  12. Fail23,188 miles (+1,187)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,188 miles
    Test number
    440311611555
    • Repaired at testSteering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b)
    • Repaired at testThrottle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryDrive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.2)

  13. Pass22,001 miles (+4,189)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    22,001 miles
    Test number
    896639278129
    • AdvisoryFront Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

  14. Pass17,812 miles (+435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    17,812 miles
    Test number
    717005738978
    • AdvisoryFront Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

  15. Fail17,377 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,377 miles
    Test number
    426519855045
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

  16. Pass17,377 miles (+2,464)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    17,377 miles
    Test number
    978539455016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,913 miles (+4,002)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    14,913 miles
    Test number
    859568784095
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

  18. Pass10,911 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    10,911 miles
    Test number
    601305140105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass10,876 miles (+141)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    10,876 miles
    Test number
    150398649137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,735 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    10,735 miles
    Test number
    704585458163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    9,532 miles
    Test number
    590052657142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V78 KUA

Does V78 KUA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V78 KUA is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V78 KUA?
The MOT on V78 KUA is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V78 KUA done?
V78 KUA was recorded at 28,897 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,024 miles a year.
Has V78 KUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 KUA has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on V78 KUA 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 V78 KUA find?
V78 KUA passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust noisy; rear lower suspension pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement linkage; rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 1 more.

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