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LF51 ZLX

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

26,205 mi
Last recorded26,205 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 ZLX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 26,205 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 25,688 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 25,394 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 25,394 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Jul 2022 25,002 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 24,321 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 23,326 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 22,490 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 21,509 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 20,743 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 19,288 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 17,879 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2012 16,497 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2011 15,254 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2011 15,254 miles

Front Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 14,031 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 12,888 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 11,693 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2007 10,318 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 8,861 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 7,637 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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LF51 ZLX is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LF51 ZLX, 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 LF51 ZLX registered?

LF51 ZLX is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 December 2001.

Is LF51 ZLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 ZLX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LF51 ZLX have outstanding finance?

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