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KE51 HZP

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

25,217 mi
Last recorded25,217 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 HZP
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 25,217 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2024 25,083 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 May 2023 24,513 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 May 2023 24,513 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Brake hose connection leaking (1.1.12 (c))

Pass 28 May 2020 24,466 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured All four indicators not showing deep orange (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Exhaust silencer slightly loose bottom mount bolt on intermediate pipe missing (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2019 24,190 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy very slight (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2018 23,719 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 23,336 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Fail 3 Sep 2011 23,334 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jun 2010 19,527 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 15,909 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 14,727 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 14,140 miles

Rear Drive chain slightly tight (6.2.1d)

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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KE51 HZP is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KE51 HZP, 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 KE51 HZP registered?

KE51 HZP is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is KE51 HZP safe to buy?

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