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W47 SYB

2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

27,543 mi
Last recorded27,543 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp18,441 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW47 SYB
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 27,543 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 27,150 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2024 26,953 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 26,806 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 26,625 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 26,389 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 26,209 miles
Pass 29 May 2018 26,107 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 26,015 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 26,015 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 26,004 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 24,656 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 22,679 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 22,212 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 21,737 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2007 21,344 miles

rear tyre near wear limit two tail lamps are fitted one is not working

Pass 27 May 2006 20,576 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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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W47 SYB is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 W47 SYB, 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 W47 SYB registered?

W47 SYB is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W47 SYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for W47 SYB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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