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RB03 VTR

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

30,488 mi
Last recorded30,488 miles
Recorded on24 May 2023
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRB03 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2023 30,488 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Front Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

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

Pass 26 Apr 2022 30,123 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 30,081 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 28,765 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 28,743 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 28,011 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 26,811 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2010 26,811 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2009 25,073 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 23,271 miles

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

Pass 29 Mar 2007 20,612 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 16,568 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 16,547 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar motor bicycle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.2)

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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RB03 VTR is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.5% with a typical mileage of 13,018 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 RB03 VTR, 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 23 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 RB03 VTR registered?

RB03 VTR is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 5 April 2003.

Is RB03 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for RB03 VTR shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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