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W488 NDW

2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,450 mi
Last recorded12,450 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp18,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 NDW
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 26 Jun 2025 12,450 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 11,730 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 10,246 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 10,238 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jun 2019 9,968 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 9,927 miles

All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 31 May 2017 9,784 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 9,506 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 9,219 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 9,101 miles

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Aug 2008 9,087 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2007 9,032 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2006 8,718 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2005 8,151 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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W488 NDW is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 W488 NDW, 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.

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What year was W488 NDW registered?

W488 NDW is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W488 NDW safe to buy?

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