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M12 SPL

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

47,644 mi
Last recorded47,644 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM12 SPL
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 47,644 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 May 2023 47,473 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 4 May 2022 47,055 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 46,670 miles

Front Valve stem slightly damaged perished (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 46,432 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 44,942 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2017 44,114 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 44,082 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 43,429 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

clutch fluid dirty

front brake fluid dirty

Pass 19 May 2014 41,895 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 41,621 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 41,191 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2011 39,241 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 36,083 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 30,219 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 24,169 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 18,771 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 12,572 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 5 May 2006 12,572 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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M12 SPL is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 M12 SPL, 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 M12 SPL registered?

M12 SPL is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is M12 SPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for M12 SPL shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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