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GK51 GWG

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jan 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

19,350 mi
Last recorded19,350 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 GWG
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Jan 2026 19,350 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 19,350 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2024 19,334 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2023 19,252 miles

Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 18,857 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2021 18,419 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 17,166 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 17,159 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 16,844 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2012 16,405 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 16,141 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,680 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 13,217 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 12,176 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2006 96,228 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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GK51 GWG is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GK51 GWG, 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 GK51 GWG registered?

GK51 GWG is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 December 2001.

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