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S500 VTR

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2019
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,242 mi
Last recorded10,242 miles
Recorded on5 May 2018
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS500 VTR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2018 10,242 miles

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

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 27 May 2017 10,233 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2016 10,166 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 9,880 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 13 Feb 2014 9,880 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 9 Jun 2012 9,876 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 9,871 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 9,854 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 9,704 miles

Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 May 2007 7,792 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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S500 VTR is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 S500 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 25 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 S500 VTR registered?

S500 VTR is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is S500 VTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S500 VTR shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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