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HJ55 YZW

2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

15,123 mi
Last recorded15,123 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp12,997 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ55 YZW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2005
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 15,123 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 15,010 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 14,991 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 13 Jul 2022 14,848 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 14,735 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 14,620 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 14,443 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 14,325 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 14,182 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2017 14,182 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 14,071 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 13,910 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 13,657 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 13,503 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2012 13,350 miles

Rear Registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 13,350 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 12,724 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 12,206 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2010 12,206 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 10,841 miles

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

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

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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HJ55 YZW is a 2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 92.3% with a typical mileage of 12,997 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 HJ55 YZW, 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 21 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 HJ55 YZW registered?

HJ55 YZW is a 2005 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 9 December 2005.

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The MOT history for HJ55 YZW shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HJ55 YZW have outstanding finance?

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