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W526 JBN

2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

28,626 mi
Last recorded28,626 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp18,441 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW526 JBN
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 28,626 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 28,187 miles

Clutch lever bent (6.2.7 (b))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 27,422 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain sprocket worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 27,013 miles

rear hugger close to tyre edge offside

Pass 19 Aug 2022 26,422 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 25,831 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 25,829 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2015 25,825 miles

Drive chain excessively tight (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) cracked (3.2.A1g)

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

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 26,960 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 23,112 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 26 Jul 2012 23,112 miles

Front Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Rear Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp damaged but function not impaired (1.3.3a)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 22,660 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 21,727 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 18,606 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 18,310 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 16,614 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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W526 JBN is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 W526 JBN, 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

How do I check the history of W526 JBN?

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What year was W526 JBN registered?

W526 JBN is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is W526 JBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for W526 JBN shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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