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LX51 KRU

2001 Honda VTR1000 F

Yellow Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

15,852 mi
Last recorded15,852 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 F18,354 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 KRU
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 15,852 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2025 15,292 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 13,159 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 12,846 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 12,113 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 26 May 2017 11,877 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 20 May 2016 11,532 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 13 May 2016 11,524 miles

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

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

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 15 May 2015 11,181 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

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

slight play in the rear cush drive

Fail 16 May 2014 10,797 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 16 May 2014 10,797 miles

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

Fail 4 May 2013 10,256 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2013 10,256 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 9,816 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 8,808 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 8,499 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 8,341 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 8,125 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 7,428 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 4,285 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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LX51 KRU is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F in Yellow with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2001 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.9% with a typical mileage of 18,354 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 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX51 KRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 25 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX51 KRU registered?

LX51 KRU is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is LX51 KRU safe to buy?

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