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RC51 HEC

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

20,367 mi
Last recorded20,367 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 HEC
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 20,367 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2025 20,211 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 19,948 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2023 19,847 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2022 19,354 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 19,078 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2020 18,937 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2020 18,937 miles

Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 18,606 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 16,714 miles

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 16,710 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 16,698 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2014 16,564 miles

Offside Front Brake disc(s) slightly pitted (3.2.A1l)

Pass 24 Aug 2013 15,974 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 15,899 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 15,791 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 14 May 2008 15,390 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.1g)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 24 Mar 2007 14,886 miles

Front Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Rear Brake pedal is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 13,901 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 HEC is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 HEC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RC51 HEC registered?

RC51 HEC is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is RC51 HEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 HEC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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