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D26 VTR

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

27,502 mi
Last recorded27,502 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD26 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2025 27,502 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 26,592 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 26,589 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2023 26,034 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose both silencers slightly loose. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2023 26,029 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake disc contaminated with fork oil. (1.1.14 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak leaking oil onto disc and caliper. (5.3.2 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Exhaust silencer slightly loose both silencers slightly loose. (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2017 25,587 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 24,634 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jul 2014 24,549 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 23,002 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 20,843 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 19,434 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 18,081 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2007 17,429 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2006 16,391 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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D26 VTR is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 D26 VTR, 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.

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What year was D26 VTR registered?

D26 VTR is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 8 June 2001.

Is D26 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for D26 VTR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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