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RC51 COB

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

18,028 mi
Last recorded18,028 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 COB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 18,028 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2024 17,886 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2023 17,646 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2022 17,037 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 16,550 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 13,853 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 12,528 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 12,526 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

Pass 18 Aug 2016 12,526 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brakes slightly binding

rear shock shorter than std

Fail 17 Aug 2016 12,526 miles

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

front brakes slightly binding

Pass 23 Jun 2008 12,308 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 12,305 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 12,281 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 12,277 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 COB is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 RC51 COB, 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

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What year was RC51 COB registered?

RC51 COB is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is RC51 COB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 COB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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