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PN03 NVS

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

28,007 mi
Last recorded28,007 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y11,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN03 NVS
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp-y
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2025 28,007 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 27,676 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2024 27,671 miles

Dipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))

Front Brake indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Nov 2022 27,535 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Oct 2022 27,532 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 17 Jul 2021 26,940 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 26,667 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 25,925 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 1 May 2015 24,973 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 23,757 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2013 22,409 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 19,789 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 18,081 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 16,290 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 12,142 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2007 6,752 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Pass 21 Sep 2007 6,752 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 3,445 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 Sp-y?

Based on 1,289 MOT tests across 236 vehicles.

89.4%
Pass Rate
365
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
236
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition 8
reflector on motorcycle missing 8
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 8
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 5
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 4
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PN03 NVS is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.6% with a typical mileage of 11,297 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-y fails its MOT is exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition, accounting for 8 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PN03 NVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 Sp-y typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 23 years old, this Honda VTR1000 Sp-y is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PN03 NVS registered?

PN03 NVS is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp-y, first registered on 1 April 2003.

Is PN03 NVS safe to buy?

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