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S28 VTR

2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

18,846 mi
Last recorded18,846 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp18,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS28 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2025 18,846 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 18,418 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 18,414 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 18,110 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 17,423 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 16,140 miles
Fail 24 May 2019 16,140 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2018 15,440 miles

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

Pass 26 May 2017 14,635 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2016 13,952 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 13,279 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 12,890 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 12,609 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2012 12,609 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 11,073 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 9,290 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 8,528 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 8,528 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2008 6,530 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2007 4,318 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2006 142 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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S28 VTR is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 18,441 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 S28 VTR, 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 26 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 S28 VTR registered?

S28 VTR is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 6 July 2000.

Is S28 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S28 VTR shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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