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NK51 KAX

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

13,296 mi
Last recorded13,296 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 KAX
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 13,296 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 12,791 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 12,352 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 12,309 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 11,797 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 11,411 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 9,185 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 9,185 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 9,166 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 8,919 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2009 8,771 miles

Front Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 8,771 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2008 8,494 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2008 8,494 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 8,162 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 7,872 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 7,037 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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NK51 KAX is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 NK51 KAX, 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 NK51 KAX registered?

NK51 KAX is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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The MOT history for NK51 KAX shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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