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FJ51 KWG

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

31,605 mi
Last recorded31,605 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 KWG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 31,605 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2024 31,383 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 31,034 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,142 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 27,160 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 24,745 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 22,295 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 19,743 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 17,698 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 14,600 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 10,090 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 10,090 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2009 9,662 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 7,207 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 7,207 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2006 6,124 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 6,117 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid (3.2.B4) DANGEROUS

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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FJ51 KWG is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 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 FJ51 KWG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FJ51 KWG registered?

FJ51 KWG is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 5 September 2001.

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The MOT history for FJ51 KWG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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