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LX51 KWN

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

17,409 mi
Last recorded17,409 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX51 KWN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 17,409 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 17,399 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 16,878 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 16,696 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 16,585 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 3 May 2013 16,173 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 15,802 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 14,920 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front brake and clutch lever mounts fitted incorrectly.

Pass 16 Jun 2009 14,010 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 12,317 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

chain guard missing

rear under tray loose

Fail 22 Aug 2008 12,280 miles

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

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Steering control has Insufficient clearance at full lock affecting the riders operation of the controls (2.1.2b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

chain guard missing

rear under tray loose

Pass 31 Oct 2007 11,897 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2007 11,844 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 8 Jun 2006 11,105 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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LX51 KWN is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 LX51 KWN, 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.

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What year was LX51 KWN registered?

LX51 KWN is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 4 December 2001.

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