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AE51 HJK

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

17,933 mi
Last recorded17,933 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE51 HJK
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2025 17,933 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2024 17,883 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2024 17,883 miles

Headlamp aim too low High beam (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2023 17,723 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 17,468 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 17,438 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2019 17,385 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2018 17,251 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 16,803 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2015 16,694 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2014 16,425 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 15,987 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 15,987 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 15,101 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Apr 2011 12,982 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 11,630 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2008 10,005 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 8,515 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 7,084 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 4,160 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp?

Based on 25,488 MOT tests across 2,406 vehicles.

88.3%
Pass Rate
504
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,406
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 269
reflector on motorcycle missing 174
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 155
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 138
Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 110
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AE51 HJK is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 16,914 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 Sp fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE51 HJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE51 HJK registered?

AE51 HJK is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is AE51 HJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE51 HJK shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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