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RC51 ACE

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

18,583 mi
Last recorded18,583 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 ACE
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 18,583 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 18,488 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 18,093 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 17,950 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 17,704 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 17,543 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 17,538 miles

headlamp aim mask fitted at time of test.

Pass 26 May 2017 16,732 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 16,732 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2016 16,526 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 16,140 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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RC51 ACE is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 RC51 ACE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RC51 ACE?

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What year was RC51 ACE registered?

RC51 ACE is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is RC51 ACE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 ACE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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