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OU51 VZS

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Multi-colour Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

16,498 mi
Last recorded16,498 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2016
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU51 VZS
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2016 16,498 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 16,185 miles

drive chain slack and worn

rear brake disc scored

slight notch in steering head bearings

Pass 6 Jul 2013 15,908 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 15,885 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Fail 16 Jun 2012 15,883 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 4 May 2011 15,535 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 15,534 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 8 Aug 2009 15,372 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2008 15,257 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 15,257 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 30 Jul 2007 15,036 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 15,036 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 14,322 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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OU51 VZS is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Multi-colour with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 OU51 VZS, 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 OU51 VZS registered?

OU51 VZS is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is OU51 VZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU51 VZS shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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