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E8 VTR

2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Orange Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

23,374 mi
Last recorded23,374 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp18,441 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE8 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2000
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 23,374 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2023 22,752 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 3 Jun 2023 22,752 miles

Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 22,196 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 21,901 miles

Drive chain has tight spots

Pass 12 Sep 2019 21,885 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 21,885 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 21,875 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 May 2013 21,604 miles

Front Front position lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.1d)

Fail 17 May 2013 21,557 miles

Outer Front Front position lamp missing (1.1.1a)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,778 miles

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

os exhaust hitting swinging arm

Pass 20 Jan 2011 19,336 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2009 18,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2009 18,173 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 May 2009 15,693 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 14,649 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2007 10,402 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 7,586 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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E8 VTR is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Orange with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 18,441 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 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 E8 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 26 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 E8 VTR registered?

E8 VTR is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 14 June 2000.

Is E8 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E8 VTR shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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