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KX51 GVE

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

24,244 mi
Last recorded24,244 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 GVE
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2026 24,244 miles

Exhaust slightly loose (6.1.2 (a))

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced flush fit to fairing (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Jul 2025 24,207 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2025 24,207 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Direction indicator light intensity reduced (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 1 Aug 2024 24,070 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 24,044 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 24,131 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 23,995 miles

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2021 23,995 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 23,923 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 23,685 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 23,412 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 22,969 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 22,287 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 21,403 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 18,493 miles

Nearside Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 17,568 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 16,621 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 15,675 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 13,062 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 10,095 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 7,892 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 7,831 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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KX51 GVE is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 KX51 GVE, 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 GVE registered?

KX51 GVE is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 9 November 2001.

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The MOT history for KX51 GVE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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