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KX51 GSZ

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

22,638 mi
Last recorded22,638 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 GSZ
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 22,638 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 22,557 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 22,490 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 22,329 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 22,167 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 21,833 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 21 May 2020 21,767 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Front mudguard slightly loose.

Pass 14 May 2019 21,211 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 20,859 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 20,859 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Offside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 May 2017 20,031 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2016 19,342 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Fail 4 May 2016 19,342 miles

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 18,574 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2014 17,119 miles

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2013 16,000 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.5.1b)

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 12,755 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 12,755 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.2.1d)

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

Pass 7 May 2011 10,523 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 9,370 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 9,369 miles

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 8 May 2009 7,107 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 7,052 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 7,050 miles

Front Brake pad(s) (sintered type) less than 1.0mm thick (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2007 6,787 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 6,787 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

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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KX51 GSZ is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 KX51 GSZ, 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 KX51 GSZ registered?

KX51 GSZ is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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