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GN51 LUW

2001 Honda VTR1000 F

Blue Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

11,263 mi
Last recorded11,263 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 F18,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 LUW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 11,263 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain sprocket slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 21 Jun 2025 10,825 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 20 Jun 2024 9,878 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 9,690 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 9,135 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 9,043 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 8,937 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2016 8,801 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 8,496 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2015 8,496 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 8,119 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 7,948 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 7,717 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2011 7,366 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 7,058 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 6,404 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 5,621 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2006 5,207 miles

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

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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GN51 LUW is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F in Blue with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GN51 LUW, 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.

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What year was GN51 LUW registered?

GN51 LUW is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GN51 LUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 LUW shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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