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W657 PJR

2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

15,689 mi
Last recorded15,689 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp18,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW657 PJR
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 15,689 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 15,286 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 14,796 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 14 Jun 2023 14,796 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 May 2022 14,729 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 14,655 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2021 14,655 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2019 14,278 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 17 May 2019 14,278 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 13,186 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 13,186 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Drive chain horseshoe locking device likely to become detached (6.1.7 (j) (ii))

Pass 27 Jan 2017 12,310 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 12,310 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 14 May 2016 11,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 14 May 2016 11,480 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Locking device(s) not correctly fitted which may make the motor bicycle dangerous to ride rivet link not done correctly (6.2.1h)

Pass 8 Apr 2015 10,064 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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W657 PJR is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 W657 PJR, 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 W657 PJR registered?

W657 PJR is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 21 March 2000.

Is W657 PJR safe to buy?

The MOT history for W657 PJR shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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