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RC51 NUT

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

34,628 mi
Last recorded34,628 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 NUT
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 34,628 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 3 Apr 2025 34,274 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Pass 30 Mar 2024 34,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 30 Mar 2024 34,052 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 33,781 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 33,584 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 25 Mar 2021 33,253 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 32,969 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 32,761 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 32,665 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 32,506 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 32,506 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 31,234 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 29,047 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 27,524 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 26,172 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 24,265 miles

non obligetory mirrors poor taste

Pass 18 May 2009 23,231 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 19,714 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 13,372 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 13,372 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 13 Apr 2006 6,549 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 NUT is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 NUT, 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 NUT registered?

RC51 NUT is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 17 April 2003.

Is RC51 NUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RC51 NUT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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