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W956 GRS

2000 Honda VTR1000 F

Red Petrol 996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

52,891 mi
Last recorded52,891 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Honda VTR1000 F20,297 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW956 GRS
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 F
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 52,891 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 52,695 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2022 51,984 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 51,650 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 51,003 miles

(oil cooler pipes are corroded)

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 50,239 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil cooler pipes corroded

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 22 Feb 2019 50,210 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil cooler pipes corroded

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 16 Feb 2018 48,741 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2018 48,741 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 47,358 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 45,835 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 44,079 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 10,862 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 10,120 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 10,119 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 9,765 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 9,492 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 9,352 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 9,215 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VTR1000 F?

Based on 65,377 MOT tests across 5,428 vehicles.

85.8%
Pass Rate
729
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
5,428
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 963
wheel bearings have excessive free play 388
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 373
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 361
Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised 336
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W956 GRS is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 F in Red with a 996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2000 Honda VTR1000 F models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.4% with a typical mileage of 20,297 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VTR1000 F fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 963 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W956 GRS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VTR1000 F typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 26 years old, this Honda VTR1000 F is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W956 GRS registered?

W956 GRS is a 2000 Honda VTR1000 F, first registered on 16 March 2000.

Is W956 GRS safe to buy?

The MOT history for W956 GRS shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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