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BA03 XLR

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2026
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

3,706 mi
Last recorded3,706 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA03 XLR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 6 May 2025 3,706 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2024 3,691 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2022 3,501 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2020 3,185 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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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BA03 XLR is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 13,018 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 BA03 XLR, 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 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BA03 XLR registered?

BA03 XLR is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 27 March 2003.

Is BA03 XLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA03 XLR shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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