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S31 VTR

2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

40,159 mi
Last recorded40,159 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp18,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS31 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 40,159 miles

Stop lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2025 40,125 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 39,681 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 39,151 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 38,815 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2020 37,037 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 34,152 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2019 34,152 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2018 33,609 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 33,417 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 33,188 miles

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

Fail 9 Aug 2016 33,188 miles

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

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 32,602 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 31,139 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 28,796 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 25,354 miles

front tyre nearly at wear limit.

rear tyre nearly at wear limit.

Fail 17 Feb 2010 25,354 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

front tyre nearly at wear limit.

rear tyre nearly at wear limit.

Fail 17 Feb 2009 19,806 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 19,806 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 15,359 miles

No lights fitted at time of test

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2006 14,091 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

no lights fitted at time of test

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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S31 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 81%.

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 S31 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 S31 VTR registered?

S31 VTR is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 2 June 2000.

Is S31 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S31 VTR shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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