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RF03 LCV

2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

20,845 mi
Last recorded20,845 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2019
Typical for 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp13,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 LCV
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2019 20,845 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Aug 2017 20,492 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 18,871 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 31 May 2012 17,609 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Fail 15 Apr 2011 17,443 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 17,443 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 16,078 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 15,320 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 14,517 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

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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RF03 LCV is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 RF03 LCV, 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 RF03 LCV registered?

RF03 LCV is a 2003 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 6 May 2003.

Is RF03 LCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF03 LCV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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