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SN51 LCW

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

12,145 mi
Last recorded12,145 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSN51 LCW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 12,145 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 12,111 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 12,057 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2022 12,024 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 11,848 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2020 11,637 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 11,077 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 10,517 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 10,333 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 4 Jun 2009 9,811 miles

Registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jun 2009 9,811 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 8,578 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 8,575 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2006 6,909 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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SN51 LCW is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 SN51 LCW, 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 SN51 LCW registered?

SN51 LCW is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is SN51 LCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SN51 LCW shows 14 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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