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DX51 PYZ

2001 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

25,047 mi
Last recorded25,047 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 F18,354 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 PYZ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 25,047 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 24,439 miles

Central Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 24,051 miles

Rear Suspension arm pin, bush or joint worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 23,694 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 23,044 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 22,293 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 20,767 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 19,903 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 18,991 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2016 17,973 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 17,973 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 16,706 miles

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 16,692 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Locking devices not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride (6.2.1h) DANGEROUS

Drive chain sprocket carrier worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 13,413 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 10,238 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 10,222 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 8,905 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 8,905 miles

Front Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 9 May 2009 8,836 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 14 Apr 2008 8,605 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 7,825 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2006 7,276 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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DX51 PYZ is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 18,354 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX51 PYZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DX51 PYZ registered?

DX51 PYZ is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 6 December 2001.

Is DX51 PYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX51 PYZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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