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EKZ 8530

2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

39,908 mi
Last recorded39,908 miles
Recorded on18 May 2024
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp18,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEKZ 8530
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2024 39,908 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 39,796 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 39,567 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 39,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 29 Sep 2020 39,126 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2019 38,962 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 38,599 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 37,982 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 37,880 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 37,700 miles

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 37,529 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 36,663 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 35,754 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 35,736 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the handling (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 35,344 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 35,344 miles

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2007 34,145 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 30 Mar 2007 34,145 miles

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

Rear mono-shock insecure (2.4.B.4)

Rear wheel rotation likely to be impeded (6.2.1b)

Offside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 17 Mar 2006 31,470 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 31,469 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Nearside Rear Footrest insecure (6.2.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake linkage clevis joint excessively worn (3.2.A1d)

Rear Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

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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EKZ 8530 is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EKZ 8530, 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.

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What year was EKZ 8530 registered?

EKZ 8530 is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 25 May 2000.

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