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RC51 TOM

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

37,203 mi
Last recorded37,203 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRC51 TOM
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 37,203 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 37,203 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 37,202 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2021 37,162 miles

Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 37,016 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 36,964 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 36,510 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 36,250 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 35,874 miles

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

Pass 28 Oct 2015 35,384 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 34,791 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

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

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Pass 14 Nov 2013 33,287 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 31,569 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 29,076 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 27,809 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 25,712 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 24,089 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 24,089 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 7 Nov 2007 21,512 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 18,339 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 TOM is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 TOM, 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.

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What year was RC51 TOM registered?

RC51 TOM is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 12 November 2001.

Is RC51 TOM safe to buy?

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