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WA51 EUE

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

40,457 mi
Last recorded40,457 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA51 EUE
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 40,457 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 40,165 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 39,984 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

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

Fail 25 Sep 2020 39,972 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 38,779 miles

All direction indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 4 Jun 2015 38,046 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 36,406 miles

front brake binding slightly

Pass 20 Apr 2013 31,779 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2013 31,779 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 19 Apr 2012 28,695 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 26,053 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 23,901 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 10 Apr 2010 23,869 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.5.1b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Steering control handlebar movement restricted by trapped cables (2.1.2c)

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 7 Mar 2009 22,026 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2008 19,964 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 17,406 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 15,006 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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WA51 EUE is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.0% with a typical mileage of 16,914 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 WA51 EUE, 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 25 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 WA51 EUE registered?

WA51 EUE is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is WA51 EUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA51 EUE shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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