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L666 PAB

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

13,272 mi
Last recorded13,272 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL666 PAB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 13,272 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 24 Apr 2026 13,240 miles

Front Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 24 Apr 2025 12,552 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 12,552 miles

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned (4.4.3 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2017 12,351 miles

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

steering head bearings slightly notchy

Fail 31 Mar 2017 12,351 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 30 May 2015 12,147 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 May 2014 11,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 12 May 2014 11,832 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.3b)

Pass 8 May 2013 11,011 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 10,739 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 10,002 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 9,714 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 9,233 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 8,190 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 7,146 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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L666 PAB is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 L666 PAB, 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 L666 PAB registered?

L666 PAB is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 25 September 2001.

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