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WX51 DKY

2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

23,538 mi
Last recorded23,538 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp16,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX51 DKY
MakeHonda
ModelVTR1000 Sp
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2025 23,538 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2024 23,117 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2023 22,945 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 22,637 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 22,432 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 22,318 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 22,003 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 21,755 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 21,592 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2015 21,318 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 21,142 miles

Nearside Indicator switch does not operate the direction indicators on the side selected (1.5.4)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 21,142 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 19,720 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 19,059 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 18,511 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 18,511 miles

Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Aug 2010 17,306 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 20 Aug 2009 16,299 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2009 16,299 miles

Registration plate characters laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 9 Aug 2008 14,902 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 13,723 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 11,467 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2005 11,034 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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WX51 DKY is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WX51 DKY, 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 WX51 DKY registered?

WX51 DKY is a 2001 Honda VTR1000 Sp, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is WX51 DKY safe to buy?

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