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RC51 LAP

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

12,575 mi
Last recorded12,575 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 LAP
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2025 12,575 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2025 12,575 miles

Rear Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 May 2021 12,438 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 12,360 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 12,308 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 12,198 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 11,938 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 11,762 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 11,762 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 27 Jul 2013 11,212 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 10,620 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 10,121 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 9,751 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 8,772 miles

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,355 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

left hand tail light not working

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 LAP is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 LAP, 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 RC51 LAP registered?

RC51 LAP is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 12 April 2003.

Is RC51 LAP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 LAP shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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